Mission Connection has released a guide to oppositional defiant disorder, covering how the condition manifests in adults, how ...

My child is holding us hostage! “Everything is a fight. Nothing is easy”! I can’t begin to count the number of patient evaluations or school consultations I have done over thirty years that begin with ...

Young adolescents, especially boys, who participated in organized sports between ages 6 and 10 are less likely to defy their parents, teachers and other authority figures, a new study by researchers ...

Dear Dr. Gott: My son has oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), and he seems to scheme to upset the peace in our home. Once there is a blowup, he gets a little half smile on his face. What is a parent ...

You don’t need to have it all figured out to start therapy. What matters most is having the courage to reach out. My role is to create a safe, supportive space where you can begin exploring your ...