My child has ODD – Oppositional Defiant Disorder
November 5, 2018 in mason, mental health, parenting
It’s no joke, parenting can be a long and tough road! If you’re new to my blog we started the Mental Health journey with my son about three years ago. It truly has been a journey; weekly behavioral therapy sessions, learning my sons needs, support systems not only at home but school are just a
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