Parenting a Child with Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Practical Approaches, Strength-Based Strategies, from Conflict to Connection

De: J. Lloyd

Narrado por: Rob Leland

You know the challenge of parenting isn't just in the daily tasks, but in the moments of confrontation that leave you questioning your approach. You're not the only one facing the stormy behavior of a child with Oppositional Defiant Disorder. This challenge can make you feel like you're stuck in a relentless storm. What if you could find a compass to guide you and your child to calmer waters? Children with O.D.D. often feel misunderstood, their actions a cry for help rather than an intent to disrupt. With the right strategies, these cries can be turned into conversations and connections. It's a path that requires patience, understanding, and most of all, hope.

Tailored approaches can lead to significant improvements in children's behavior, impacting their happiness and success in life. It's not just avoiding the meltdowns; it's about understanding what's at their core. The right word, the right action at the right time can work wonders. Imagine the relief when you start seeing improvements, and when your child begins to thrive both at home and in school.

Inside, you will discover:

• A clear view of O.D.D., stripping away the myths to reveal the heart of the matter, providing insight that turns ‘defiant’ into ‘determined’ with the right support
• Triggers in the home and outside that can set off those explosive moments and the role of technology in both igniting and diffusing these situations
• How to craft a home environment that balances firm boundaries with freedom, strategies to set up a system of praises and rewards
• Emotional awareness tools to help your child understand their feelings and how to express them appropriately (and how to keep your cool, too)
• The art of building a bridge to your child's heart through trust and communication, where activities become more than just playtime, they become lifelines
• Crisis management, because sometimes, things escalate quickly and knowing what to do can mean the difference between a full-blown crisis and a learning moment

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This truly hits home

I gave this audiobook to a close friend who’s dealing with this at home, and it felt like the right kind of support to offer. It doesn’t judge or overwhelm, and it doesn’t talk down to parents who are already doing their best. What stood out to me was how it focuses on understanding what’s underneath the behaviour, not just reacting to it. My friend said it helped them feel more steady and less alone in the hard moments. It’s a compassionate, reassuring listen for any parent navigating a really challenging situation.

Calming Your Child

This audio offers great tips as to how to help raise a child with ODD to parents that may not know where to begin. Parenting is hard work and ODD makes it even harder; with the strategies presented here at least you will know where to start when social emotional issues arise from your chid. The author presents myths and fact surrounding this topic, which I found enlightening and hopeful. It was great to listen the hard parts such as to not sugar coding everything for out child knowing that our world will not be as comfortable for the as out home. A point is made as to how to take care of ourselves as parents and I thought this was valuable advice. Overall useful information is presented here.

Practical

This is a practical, evidence informed handbook aimed at parents who are struggling to manage the daily challenges of a child diagnosed with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). The book blends clinical insight with real world stories, offering concrete strategies that can be applied immediately at home, in school, and during social situations.

A Lifeline for Exhausted Parents...

As a parent of a child who fits the O.D.D. profile, I’ve read a dozen books that felt too clinical, but this audiobook feels less like a textbook and more like a roadmap out of the storm. I particularly appreciated the shift in perspective—reframing "defiant" behavior as "determined"—and the Crisis Management section, which offers a concrete plan for when things escalate quickly. The narratir was an excellent choice for this title; the narration is calm, steady, and empathetic, which is exactly what you need when you're stressed. The audio is clear and well-paced, making it easy to digest even if you're listening in short bursts, and I highly recommend this for any parent who needs both hope and a practical plan.

Helpful guide for tough parenting moments

This audiobook gives a clear look at what it’s really like to parent a child with Oppositional Defiant Disorder. The narration is down to Earth and easy to listen to, which makes the information feel relatable. I liked that the book explains what ODD is, what triggers tough behavior, and how to set up routines, rewards, and boundaries. The author covers emotional awareness tools, crisis skills, and how to communicate in a way that builds trust instead of more conflict. That last bit was very helpful for me. I like how the strategies focus on strengths instead of blame. All of the info feels realistic, hopeful, and full of ideas you can try right away. Even though it is a difficult topic, this resource makes the tough moments feel more manageable and is worth your time.