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[quote=Anonymous]I need to create a better dynamic between my son and me, and would really appreciate help in figuring out what to do next - and where to get help.

Here's the situation:
DS is 7.  He talks constantly, is in general very unhelpful, says no to most things that are asked of him and goes to "time outs" multiple times a day (clearly they have little effect).  He often mimics whoever is reprimanding him, rolling his eyes or talking back. He adds a lot of tension and chaos to our house. Nothing we have tried over the past 7 years seems to have had much effect on this type of behavior.  He honestly doesn't seem to be able to connect actions and results sometimes -- he'll get punished and then say we're being "negative" about him, not seeming to see that he did something wrong, which is why we're upset.

I think he's smart, does well in school and the teachers like him, although his talking can get him in trouble. He can be loving and be a good kid, but he's not fun to be around a lot of the time.  It's also  impacting our older son, who is the complete opposite, always wanting to please and be helpful.

I don't know if things are at a point where we should be talking to a therapist or something, but I do feel like I need outside help to give me more tools to help him manage his emotions. (beyond all the books I've read over the years.)

Thanks for any ideas or recommendations on next steps I should try![/quote]

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