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<blockquote data-quote="timer lady" data-source="post: 84017" data-attributes="member: 393"><p>Welcome - I agree with GG that you have another doctor's appointment soon. Part of this journey may be finding the right psychiatrist/therapist who will listen to you, the parent. Hear objectively what a parent is saying & begin to treat a child's symptoms until a definite diagnosis comes into play.</p><p></p><p>Having said that, it may take a while before you have a clue as to what is going on with difficult child. I can assure you that it isn't your parenting if you've tried all the things you mentioned & it hasn't made an impact.</p><p></p><p>Many of our difficult children only respond to a "unique" parenting style. I'd like to recommend the book The Explosive Child to start out. It can be used for any child with any diagnosis or disorder. It's been a godsend to many here.</p><p></p><p>In the meantime, take deep breaths - find time for yourself when you can. If the word "no" sets your difficult child off - don't use that word. I will redirect my difficult children many times, but will not use the word no. If kt wants to jump on a bed I'll say "that's not allowed here but you can go play on the swingset or go ride your scooter". You see where I'm headed here? I never say the word no & I offer other outlets/times, etc.</p><p></p><p>Good luck on the new doctor - keep us updated. In the meantime, please take care of yourself to the best of your abilities. This is a long journey - you will need to pace yourself.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="timer lady, post: 84017, member: 393"] Welcome - I agree with GG that you have another doctor's appointment soon. Part of this journey may be finding the right psychiatrist/therapist who will listen to you, the parent. Hear objectively what a parent is saying & begin to treat a child's symptoms until a definite diagnosis comes into play. Having said that, it may take a while before you have a clue as to what is going on with difficult child. I can assure you that it isn't your parenting if you've tried all the things you mentioned & it hasn't made an impact. Many of our difficult children only respond to a "unique" parenting style. I'd like to recommend the book The Explosive Child to start out. It can be used for any child with any diagnosis or disorder. It's been a godsend to many here. In the meantime, take deep breaths - find time for yourself when you can. If the word "no" sets your difficult child off - don't use that word. I will redirect my difficult children many times, but will not use the word no. If kt wants to jump on a bed I'll say "that's not allowed here but you can go play on the swingset or go ride your scooter". You see where I'm headed here? I never say the word no & I offer other outlets/times, etc. Good luck on the new doctor - keep us updated. In the meantime, please take care of yourself to the best of your abilities. This is a long journey - you will need to pace yourself. [/QUOTE]
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