MommaMia
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I wanted to introduce myself and say hello. I have a daughter (14) who has ODD, ADD, Impulse control problems and some substance abuse problems (alcohol). She started just a few months ago abusing alcohol, but escalated quickly. She is refusing to stop drinking, says it is "normal" for teens to drink. We are in shock over this, and also suspect other substance usage but she passed all drug tests.
My husband and I have no other children, and our hearts are breaking for our daughter. She is in a dual-diagnosis treatment center, and not doing well there either. She was always a good student and never gave us problems until 2 years ago. At the same time, she suffered a concussion and severe thyroid problems. My husband and I have been married 14 years, and our bio parents. No trauma or abuse, and she has lots of support from my husband and I, and other close family members. She has long term friendships to rely on also.
husband and I have no history of alcohol or drug abuse, we don't even drink. husband is bipolar, but has done very well on medications for almost 10 years now. We do suspect our daughter may be bipolar, but even specialists will not diagnose her with bipolar disorder yet, they feel she is too young and not overtly exhibiting bipolar symptoms.
The treatment center wants to keep her longer, they say she is getting very defiant and needs more help then a 30 day treatment plan can offer.
Our hearts are broken, and we hate to have her stay there. Would you advise we keep her there though?
I am glad I found this forum, and look forward to giving and receiving support.
Read more: http://www.conductdisorders.com/community/threads/new-here.56087/#ixzz2oswv7RWH
I wanted to introduce myself and say hello. I have a daughter (14) who has ODD, ADD, Impulse control problems and some substance abuse problems (alcohol). She started just a few months ago abusing alcohol, but escalated quickly. She is refusing to stop drinking, says it is "normal" for teens to drink. We are in shock over this, and also suspect other substance usage but she passed all drug tests.
My husband and I have no other children, and our hearts are breaking for our daughter. She is in a dual-diagnosis treatment center, and not doing well there either. She was always a good student and never gave us problems until 2 years ago. At the same time, she suffered a concussion and severe thyroid problems. My husband and I have been married 14 years, and our bio parents. No trauma or abuse, and she has lots of support from my husband and I, and other close family members. She has long term friendships to rely on also.
husband and I have no history of alcohol or drug abuse, we don't even drink. husband is bipolar, but has done very well on medications for almost 10 years now. We do suspect our daughter may be bipolar, but even specialists will not diagnose her with bipolar disorder yet, they feel she is too young and not overtly exhibiting bipolar symptoms.
The treatment center wants to keep her longer, they say she is getting very defiant and needs more help then a 30 day treatment plan can offer.
Our hearts are broken, and we hate to have her stay there. Would you advise we keep her there though?
I am glad I found this forum, and look forward to giving and receiving support.
Read more: http://www.conductdisorders.com/community/threads/new-here.56087/#ixzz2oswv7RWH