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CAROLYN L. KELLEY, LCSW Oppositional-Defiant Disorder treatment in Boca Raton, Florida
9033 Glades Road Boca Raton, FL 33434 (561) 361-0500 CarolynKelley@CarolynKelley.com
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This is a disorder found in children and adolescents that is
characterized by a pattern negativistic,
hostile, and defiant behavior lasting at least six months in which at least four
of the following symptoms are present:
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Often loses temper | |
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Often argues with adults | |
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Often actively refuses to comply with adult's requests and rules | |
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Often deliberately annoys people | |
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Often blames others for their mistakes | |
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Is often touchy or easily annoyed | |
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Is often angry and resentful | |
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Is often spiteful or vindictive |
How do I know if my child is in need of treatment?
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His or her behavior exceed the normal childhood attempts to push the limits or defeat authority. | |
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Your child is relentless in his or her pursuit of proving adults to be wrong or stupid. | |
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This behavior is causing serious
conflicts at school or at home |
How can treatment help?
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It provides the parents with an
understanding of this disorder | |
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Treatment provides the child with a
safe atmosphere in which to explore | |
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Treatment helps the parent and child learn new ways to have healthy interaction and communication | |
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Give me a call today and we can discuss your situation |
My Credentials
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Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker SW6422 | |
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Internship and training at the Psychiatric Institute of Washington | |
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Master of Social Work --Virginia Commonwealth University | |
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Bachelor of Arts-- University of Iowa | |
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Served as Clinical Director at Metropolitan Psychiatric Group | |
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Former Clinical Director-- Southern Maryland Hospital |
Serving the South Florida area. Located in Boca Raton, Fl
| Boca Raton | |
| Boynton Beach | |
| Broward County | |
| Deerfield Beach | |
| Delray | |
| Fort Lauderdale | |
| Lake Worth | |
| Palm Beach County | |
| Parkland | |
| Pompano Beach | |
| West Palm Beach | |
| Wellington |
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