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12 y/o Daughter Out of Control
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<blockquote data-quote="TeDo" data-source="post: 502981"><p>Be prepared for a long waiting list (maybe months) if they are good at what they do. You might need a referral from a primary physician, depending on insurance. Our Medicaid footed the whole bill and I didn't need a referral. I am glad you have access to one.</p><p></p><p>As for the psychiatrist, dump him/her. Find a reputable Child Psychiatrist. Many, if not most, psychiatrists are for medication management. That is not uncommon. The diagnosis'ing is sometimes done by psychologists. The neuropsychologist will be the one doing that in your case. If your insurance doesn't cover it and you can't afford it, try to find a reputable PhD level Child Psychologist. No professional can diagnosis based solely on 5-15 minute interviews.</p><p></p><p>medications ARE a trial and error process regardless of diagnosis. Everyone reacts differently to medications so there is no "one size fits all". Be prepared for more of that but if you get an accurate diagnosis, it narrows the types of trials.</p><p></p><p>You are doing a great job trying to help her. That is what will make the difference. {{{{HUGS}}}} to you all.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="TeDo, post: 502981"] Be prepared for a long waiting list (maybe months) if they are good at what they do. You might need a referral from a primary physician, depending on insurance. Our Medicaid footed the whole bill and I didn't need a referral. I am glad you have access to one. As for the psychiatrist, dump him/her. Find a reputable Child Psychiatrist. Many, if not most, psychiatrists are for medication management. That is not uncommon. The diagnosis'ing is sometimes done by psychologists. The neuropsychologist will be the one doing that in your case. If your insurance doesn't cover it and you can't afford it, try to find a reputable PhD level Child Psychologist. No professional can diagnosis based solely on 5-15 minute interviews. medications ARE a trial and error process regardless of diagnosis. Everyone reacts differently to medications so there is no "one size fits all". Be prepared for more of that but if you get an accurate diagnosis, it narrows the types of trials. You are doing a great job trying to help her. That is what will make the difference. {{{{HUGS}}}} to you all. [/QUOTE]
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