Would you put a defiant and difficult child on medication or try to do behavioral therapy/ talk to them?

[Anonymous]

My child has a behavioral disorder for sure but he’s only 2 and I can’t put him on meds. The way he stresses me out I’d definitely have him on meds if it was possible. Idc if he sat there and didn’t talk all day that’s better than an adhd child with a lot of defiance terrorizing me.

[Apple1996]

Nope my son has adhd and I'd never ever put him on meds. Those meds make kids turn into suicidal zombies. With time adhd kids learn ways to manage everyday life on their own. It may take some time but it's definitely doable if you allow them the freedom to learn what works best for them.

[Anonymous]

i think he needs better coping mechanisms. not drugs. he is clearly struggling. it worries me that you'd rather he hide his feelings and be quiet all day than you trying to find positive reinforcement in his life. i know it's difficult, but imagine how he feels and why he is acting like this...

[Anonymous]

doesn't every young boy hit that crazy age where they constantly go from one disaster to the next? Lol or certainly appears that way to me

[Opinion Owner]

Definitely not though. The brain is barely developed. It's definitely too early for behavioral medication

[Guy13]

A belt worked for me and it would work for my child too...

[Anonymous]

Less drugs more talking.