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Going to crack! At the end of my rope- How do I deal with my son?
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<blockquote data-quote="DDD" data-source="post: 452731" data-attributes="member: 35"><p>Welcome. I'm sorry you have to be here but glad you found us. The very first thing that popped into my head is "who" is doing the diagnosis. If it is a Pediatrician it's time to see a specialist. I am not against Pediatricians, lol, but with special needs children they just don't have the expertise that is needed. Also I'm wondering which medication he is on. Is it the first one tried? With ADHD there are alot of choices and almost all of us have found that what works for one does not work for the other.</p><p></p><p>I'm a strong supporter of neuro/psychological examinations to help identify the true problems. A child Psychiatrist is needed to make sure the medications are the best for him. I hope you can make those changes for your son and all of the family.</p><p></p><p>Regarding the behavioral pattern..it takes alot of readjusting if you are used to "normal" living but it can be done. All dangerous objects (knives, matches, lighters, grill lighters, medications & vitamins) need to be removed and kept under lock. With my first difficult child I also removed all craft items, colored pens and crayons to avoid furniture and wall markings. Yes, I know, you have other kids but they will adjust. Although some CD members may disagree with me I don't think you should pets either. He is too tempted and probably gets hyper around their energy. Once again I'm sure you (and others too) think that sounds extreme. The goal is to get your household operating on as close to a normal level as possible. Kids with extreme impulsiveness function best in structured quiet (aka boring) surroundings. They also usually can't cope with outings to stores and malls etc.</p><p></p><p>I hope you find the right diagnosis and the right medications to help him be his best. It is normal to feel sad, frightened, and overwhelmed. None of us expected to live this lifestyle but most of the time it is doable if both parents seek out professional help and then stay on the same page for discipline and structure (mixed with love and affection as much as possible, lol). Sending hugs. DDD</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="DDD, post: 452731, member: 35"] Welcome. I'm sorry you have to be here but glad you found us. The very first thing that popped into my head is "who" is doing the diagnosis. If it is a Pediatrician it's time to see a specialist. I am not against Pediatricians, lol, but with special needs children they just don't have the expertise that is needed. Also I'm wondering which medication he is on. Is it the first one tried? With ADHD there are alot of choices and almost all of us have found that what works for one does not work for the other. I'm a strong supporter of neuro/psychological examinations to help identify the true problems. A child Psychiatrist is needed to make sure the medications are the best for him. I hope you can make those changes for your son and all of the family. Regarding the behavioral pattern..it takes alot of readjusting if you are used to "normal" living but it can be done. All dangerous objects (knives, matches, lighters, grill lighters, medications & vitamins) need to be removed and kept under lock. With my first difficult child I also removed all craft items, colored pens and crayons to avoid furniture and wall markings. Yes, I know, you have other kids but they will adjust. Although some CD members may disagree with me I don't think you should pets either. He is too tempted and probably gets hyper around their energy. Once again I'm sure you (and others too) think that sounds extreme. The goal is to get your household operating on as close to a normal level as possible. Kids with extreme impulsiveness function best in structured quiet (aka boring) surroundings. They also usually can't cope with outings to stores and malls etc. I hope you find the right diagnosis and the right medications to help him be his best. It is normal to feel sad, frightened, and overwhelmed. None of us expected to live this lifestyle but most of the time it is doable if both parents seek out professional help and then stay on the same page for discipline and structure (mixed with love and affection as much as possible, lol). Sending hugs. DDD [/QUOTE]
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