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<blockquote data-quote="Marguerite" data-source="post: 132678" data-attributes="member: 1991"><p>Welcome, Jamie.</p><p></p><p>On the subject of medications, it does sound scary but if the diagnosis is correct then chances are, the medications will show a HUGE improvement. difficult child 3 was diagnosed as ADHD plus autism when he was 3, we started him on stimulants (dexamphetamine) when he was 3, much to the horror of the pre-school staff, school staff, relatives and friends. Most were in fact so horrified they didn't say a word to us, but their faces spoke volumes. But the improvement was so amazing, so dramatic, that we felt justified. </p><p></p><p>He is now 14 and doing amazingly well.</p><p></p><p>So as I said, don't feel too spooked. Although that's easy for me to say now, from where I sit. I do remember how awful I felt at the thought of dosing my baby. I was so worried about him anyway, he seemed to have so many problems and yet so many talents, I didn't want to do him harm but I also was in a panic over how to help him.</p><p></p><p>So, with your son - if you're really concerned, then use the time and your wish to delay, by getting a specialist to assess him and confirm whether ADHD is an issue or not. I agree, I don't think a diagnosis from a GP is enough, not with all your concerns over his age etc. I'm amazed he could write the prescription - only a specialist of the right kind can prescribe this sort of stuff in Australia, and even then only after the doctor applies to the government for permission to prescribe to that patient.</p><p></p><p>Also in the meantime - look at natural alternatives. But be aware that ANY product capable of having a pharmacological effect (and this includes 'natural' remedies) should only be given with the supervision of a health professional. If something can have a therapeutic effect, it can also have side effects. Natural products are not immune to side effects or adverse reactions. ALWAYS play it safe. Remember, cyanide is a naturally-occurring substance. "Natural" does not automatically mean "good for you". Sugar is natural. Don't give it to someone who is diabetic, unless they are in insulin shock.</p><p></p><p>Also watch out for 'fashionable' natural remedies. You will lose your money and maybe not have anything to show for it. A big promotion lately (at least in Australia) is "antioxidants". A lot of juices etc are being marketed as "containing antioxidants" and suddenly, they cost a lot more. Yet when we check them out, we find that all that has happened is they've got extra Vitamin C added. Yes, it's an antioxidant, and yes, the fortified juice is good for you, but there is no need to charge twice as much (or more) for commercially-packaged, Vitamin-C fortified, apple juice. It's much healthier to juice your own fresh apples, picked from a tree. If you want to fortify Vitamin C you can buy Vitamin C powder and add it to your juice. You'll probably get more Vitamin c that way - Vitamin C in liquid form breaks down FAST - a matter of days, at most.</p><p></p><p>It's the same with so many things - they get fashionable, then they get stupidly expensive (and often less healthy, because they're now so popular they have to be mass-produced). And so often they're being marketed privately, by people who have no medical training but who have a very strong commitment to making a lot of sales. </p><p></p><p>And while you're trying out all these expensive products, you're often pining your hopes on a pipe dream while time is passing and your child is getting older.</p><p></p><p>So stick around, pick our brains, then make your own decisions. You are currently on the lower (and steepest) part of the learning curve. Hang on, it's sometimes a bumpy ride!</p><p></p><p>Marg</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Marguerite, post: 132678, member: 1991"] Welcome, Jamie. On the subject of medications, it does sound scary but if the diagnosis is correct then chances are, the medications will show a HUGE improvement. difficult child 3 was diagnosed as ADHD plus autism when he was 3, we started him on stimulants (dexamphetamine) when he was 3, much to the horror of the pre-school staff, school staff, relatives and friends. Most were in fact so horrified they didn't say a word to us, but their faces spoke volumes. But the improvement was so amazing, so dramatic, that we felt justified. He is now 14 and doing amazingly well. So as I said, don't feel too spooked. Although that's easy for me to say now, from where I sit. I do remember how awful I felt at the thought of dosing my baby. I was so worried about him anyway, he seemed to have so many problems and yet so many talents, I didn't want to do him harm but I also was in a panic over how to help him. So, with your son - if you're really concerned, then use the time and your wish to delay, by getting a specialist to assess him and confirm whether ADHD is an issue or not. I agree, I don't think a diagnosis from a GP is enough, not with all your concerns over his age etc. I'm amazed he could write the prescription - only a specialist of the right kind can prescribe this sort of stuff in Australia, and even then only after the doctor applies to the government for permission to prescribe to that patient. Also in the meantime - look at natural alternatives. But be aware that ANY product capable of having a pharmacological effect (and this includes 'natural' remedies) should only be given with the supervision of a health professional. If something can have a therapeutic effect, it can also have side effects. Natural products are not immune to side effects or adverse reactions. ALWAYS play it safe. Remember, cyanide is a naturally-occurring substance. "Natural" does not automatically mean "good for you". Sugar is natural. Don't give it to someone who is diabetic, unless they are in insulin shock. Also watch out for 'fashionable' natural remedies. You will lose your money and maybe not have anything to show for it. A big promotion lately (at least in Australia) is "antioxidants". A lot of juices etc are being marketed as "containing antioxidants" and suddenly, they cost a lot more. Yet when we check them out, we find that all that has happened is they've got extra Vitamin C added. Yes, it's an antioxidant, and yes, the fortified juice is good for you, but there is no need to charge twice as much (or more) for commercially-packaged, Vitamin-C fortified, apple juice. It's much healthier to juice your own fresh apples, picked from a tree. If you want to fortify Vitamin C you can buy Vitamin C powder and add it to your juice. You'll probably get more Vitamin c that way - Vitamin C in liquid form breaks down FAST - a matter of days, at most. It's the same with so many things - they get fashionable, then they get stupidly expensive (and often less healthy, because they're now so popular they have to be mass-produced). And so often they're being marketed privately, by people who have no medical training but who have a very strong commitment to making a lot of sales. And while you're trying out all these expensive products, you're often pining your hopes on a pipe dream while time is passing and your child is getting older. So stick around, pick our brains, then make your own decisions. You are currently on the lower (and steepest) part of the learning curve. Hang on, it's sometimes a bumpy ride! Marg [/QUOTE]
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