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<blockquote data-quote="AtMyWitsEnd33" data-source="post: 481532" data-attributes="member: 13199"><p>I found this thread a little late and am desperately trying to catch up so forgive me if I miss something important. I think bulleting things will be the easiest way to help me keep them straight so forgive the formality! I must echo the fact that NONE OF THIS IS YOUR FAULT -- I often beat myself up thinking I should be doing more but that is not reality.</p><p>~I agree that an attachment disorder can be at play here. Boys look for a male role model to emulate and if they don't have one to really attach to and learn from it can make things difficult. </p><p>~I second Buddy's caution about martial arts. Training an aggressive child how to effectively injure others could turn out very very badly <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" /></p><p>~As a nursing student, I have to wonder if your son that takes Methylpenidate is having difficulty sleeping because of the medications? My difficult child/daughter's psychiatrist recommended Melatonin (an over the counter medication) to aid with sleep because she has some anxiety issues that prevent her from sleeping. Of course, do not start using it without the psychiatrist's clearance but it may prove helpful in promoting sleep.</p><p>~I'm glad you mentioned your church. I know personally, our church is a huge support system for our family - perhaps there is a pastor or someone else that can become a role model or mentor for your boys. Often the youth group leader is gifted in making connections with young children (not sure if your church has one or not). And don't forget the power of prayer, for the Lord walks beside us in our joy but also in our darkness.</p><p></p><p>Take one day at a time, looking into the future can be so overwhelming. Babysteps often prove to be the most productive way of dealing with situations. Don't try to conquer everything all at once. Rome wasn't built in a day! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="AtMyWitsEnd33, post: 481532, member: 13199"] I found this thread a little late and am desperately trying to catch up so forgive me if I miss something important. I think bulleting things will be the easiest way to help me keep them straight so forgive the formality! I must echo the fact that NONE OF THIS IS YOUR FAULT -- I often beat myself up thinking I should be doing more but that is not reality. ~I agree that an attachment disorder can be at play here. Boys look for a male role model to emulate and if they don't have one to really attach to and learn from it can make things difficult. ~I second Buddy's caution about martial arts. Training an aggressive child how to effectively injure others could turn out very very badly ;) ~As a nursing student, I have to wonder if your son that takes Methylpenidate is having difficulty sleeping because of the medications? My difficult child/daughter's psychiatrist recommended Melatonin (an over the counter medication) to aid with sleep because she has some anxiety issues that prevent her from sleeping. Of course, do not start using it without the psychiatrist's clearance but it may prove helpful in promoting sleep. ~I'm glad you mentioned your church. I know personally, our church is a huge support system for our family - perhaps there is a pastor or someone else that can become a role model or mentor for your boys. Often the youth group leader is gifted in making connections with young children (not sure if your church has one or not). And don't forget the power of prayer, for the Lord walks beside us in our joy but also in our darkness. Take one day at a time, looking into the future can be so overwhelming. Babysteps often prove to be the most productive way of dealing with situations. Don't try to conquer everything all at once. Rome wasn't built in a day! :) [/QUOTE]
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