Oppositional defiant disorder has a familial association, and many factors can lead to this condition. However, parents should not be blamed for their oppositional children. The treatment involves carefully considering the familial structure, behavioral changes of the ODD children and designing customized strategies that work well with the child's irritable mood.

This book consists of the information that can help handle an ODD child's oppositional and defiant behavior. The change starts with family. Parents should re-assess their relationship with children. Sometimes, parental abuse can go unchecked, worsening the condition. Moreover, anger is not the only solution, and sometimes smarter strategies are needed.

The initial chapters are focused on changing the familial structure and parent-child relationship. Then comes a discussion regarding improving the bond between parents and their ODD children. The later sections focus on scientifically-proven strategies to change oppositional behavior in children.

Oppositional defiant disorder makes it hard for children to learn from experiences. So, parents shouldn't expect them to understand a point without repeating their mistakes. The process demands patience, careful planning, and dedication. This is where you will find this book extremely helpful.