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adopted 10 yr old twins with ADHD--PLease help!
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<blockquote data-quote="Nomad" data-source="post: 416784"><p>I've been coming here on and off for something like 6+ years. Many of us with adopted children (now adults) have noticed a possible little something extra in terms of the care and tx of our children. This could be due to an underlying mental illness, abandonment or attachment issues.....a variety of things coming to play at the same time. (Of course every child and every family and every situation is unique).</p><p> </p><p>I recall reading that ADD/ADHD is very common among adopted children. However, often, especially in young children this is an initial diagnosis and then later, an add-on diagnosis is discovered. I would be especially concerned with the child you refer to as "a terror." Please make sure these children see their doctor regularly. </p><p> </p><p>Do you know if there is any bipolar illness in this biological family? What are you adoption after care arrangements? Will you be able to receive additional funding if you should need psychiatric care? What if it is of significant cost? If life "sucks right now," why are you going forward with an adoption and not remaining foster parents? Do you have extended family that can help you? Do you have other children? Your other children will need care too...they shouldn't be abandoned because their new siblings need special care.</p><p> </p><p>You might consider visiting your local library and reading whatever you can get your hands on with reference to ADHD. Check out an organization called CHADD. Make sure you and your spouse have plenty of time for each other and someone that can give you a little break once in a while. No doubt you will need at least a little rest from it all. </p><p> </p><p>With reference to homework...I wouldn't sweat the small stuff. See if you can get an IEP if you don't already have one. Make sure they have a teacher who is patient or trained with special needs kids (if necessary). See if you can find a local high school student to come by once a week to tutor and also see what tutoring the school might offer for free or low cost. If your child feels better about his abilities, homework might not be such a struggle.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Nomad, post: 416784"] I've been coming here on and off for something like 6+ years. Many of us with adopted children (now adults) have noticed a possible little something extra in terms of the care and tx of our children. This could be due to an underlying mental illness, abandonment or attachment issues.....a variety of things coming to play at the same time. (Of course every child and every family and every situation is unique). I recall reading that ADD/ADHD is very common among adopted children. However, often, especially in young children this is an initial diagnosis and then later, an add-on diagnosis is discovered. I would be especially concerned with the child you refer to as "a terror." Please make sure these children see their doctor regularly. Do you know if there is any bipolar illness in this biological family? What are you adoption after care arrangements? Will you be able to receive additional funding if you should need psychiatric care? What if it is of significant cost? If life "sucks right now," why are you going forward with an adoption and not remaining foster parents? Do you have extended family that can help you? Do you have other children? Your other children will need care too...they shouldn't be abandoned because their new siblings need special care. You might consider visiting your local library and reading whatever you can get your hands on with reference to ADHD. Check out an organization called CHADD. Make sure you and your spouse have plenty of time for each other and someone that can give you a little break once in a while. No doubt you will need at least a little rest from it all. With reference to homework...I wouldn't sweat the small stuff. See if you can get an IEP if you don't already have one. Make sure they have a teacher who is patient or trained with special needs kids (if necessary). See if you can find a local high school student to come by once a week to tutor and also see what tutoring the school might offer for free or low cost. If your child feels better about his abilities, homework might not be such a struggle. [/QUOTE]
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