…All of the care and love you show him will not work if there is a clinical issue that is untreated. With ADHD, the brain is craving stimulation because of a dysregulation of dopamine. That stimulation level can range widely depending on the severity of the condition. The thrill of stealing provides that stimulation, but obviously not permanently, so he continually seeks more. Heroin abusers call it “chasing the dragon”. Most people with ADHD have other conditions… depression, OCD, ODD. I will bet your son is highly intelligent as well. He is smarter than his therapist, or smart enough to manipulate him. Find someone who can help him,…
