Oppositional Defiant Disorder: Parenting Strategies for Combative Kids

1 out of 10 children have oppositional defiant disorder.

What You'll Learn

Series Overview

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Oppositional Defiant Disorder 101: The ODD Basics

ODD can start to present in preschoolers. In our first session, double-board psychiatrist, Dr. Dom, breaks down what ODD is, how it manifests, and what the signs parents should know.

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Here’s Why Kids Show Symptoms of ODD in the First Place

In this session, Dr. Dom talks about the variety of elements that can cause ODD and how parents can take responsibility for their child’s future.

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How to Spot the Signs of Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Dr. Dom breaks down the signs and behaviors of ODD as they are outlined in The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorder (DSM).

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How the Diagnostics Process Should Look for Oppositional Defiant Disorder

This session will outline the steps a provider should (and should not) take when diagnosing your child with ODD.

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How to Master the Most Effective Treatment for ODD

Fortunately, there are many therapies available for children with ODD. In this session, Dr. Dom discusses current available therapies and medications, and when they should be utilized.

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Here’s How to Spot a Good Pediatrician or Provider for ODD

Dr. Dom explains the variety of providers that are currently available to help your child with ODD. From where to find one, what resources can be utilized, what questions to ask, and more, are covered in this session.

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How to Effectively Parent a Child With ODD in the Long-Term

As a double-board certified psychiatrist and parent to a child with ODD, Dr. Dom provides a unique insight on successful strategies you can implement when parenting your child.

Reaching out for help, for me, was hard. But, when I did - the outpouring of support was so immense and being in the chair of a parent that is dealing with this has taught me so much and I am certain it has made me a better doctor. It changed my life for the better. And the good news is, he [my son] is doing better.

Dr. Domenick Sportelli

Double Board Certified Psychiatrist, D.O. & Father

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About The Series

Children can be difficult; this is a given. But sometimes a child’s difficult behavior occurs so often and is so severe that it can negatively impact family relationships. This series covers the diagnosis that, believe it or not, is an opportunity to change your child’s life for the better.

While all children have symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) from time to time, there are certain factors that differentiate whether a child’s difficult behavior can be managed at home, or whether there’s a need for outside intervention.

Welcome to your crash course for parenting combative kids.

Who is this series for?

This series for parents or caregivers to children who have disruptive behavior, difficult behavior, or have a diagnosis of oppositional defiant disorder.

My youngest of five boys was diagnosed with ODD and so I sought out as much information as I could get. This series, without a doubt, was the most comprehensive resource I found. Thank you. It’s helped me and my family so much.

Helen C.

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