oppositional defiant disorder in children

Describes the causes, effects, and treatment of disruptive behavior disorders.

Describes the foundations of ODD--oppositional defiant disorder--and explains how to deal with it as parents, including understanding a child's need for power and emotional safety, sharpening communication skills, and disciplining wisely and preventively.

Child psychologist Jeffrey Bernstein presents a ten-day program designed to help parents regain control of their defiant child using simple, non-confrontational methods.

Offers parents of children with oppositional defiant disorder practical advice on how to deal with their child's behavior at home and in school and resolve it by taking back parent control.

Offers an eight step plan parents may follow to reverse patterns of interaction with children that turn everyday encounters into conflicts.