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<blockquote data-quote="nvts" data-source="post: 442014" data-attributes="member: 3814"><p>Hi! Welcome to the board! I've got to say that a neuropsychologist or deveolpmental pediatrician would be key in all of these situations.</p><p></p><p>I also agree that an Occupational therapist doing an evaluation would be a great idea too since there could be sensory issues involved. Does your little guy "over-react" to certain smells, tastes, consistancies, "itchy tags", materials, etc.? These could be potential triggers that could either launch a meltdown OR make it worse.</p><p></p><p>In a nutshell, he's probably as scared as his reactions just as much or more than you are. The frustration, the anger, and the angst that you're feeling is ABSOLUTELY normal. Don't beat yourself up over it. Running away from home is a normal fantasy for us as well... <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> Keep in mind that although you're headed down a "different" road than you had imagined, it can still be rewarding and he may very well learn how to make adaptations.</p><p></p><p>Some kids process things differently - once that's been determined - you can learn how to make adaptations on how you communicate with him. Don't worry about making mistakes - you're great parents because you're not willing to bury your heads in the sand...you're asking questions and trying to find out what you can do to help him.</p><p></p><p>Regarding medication? Some people do, some people don't. No one on this forum jumps on either bandwagon...some kids need medications. There could be chemical imbalances, developmental issues, etc. </p><p></p><p>Again, welcome to the crowd...there's a lot of experience coupled with strong shoulders here!</p><p></p><p>Beth</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="nvts, post: 442014, member: 3814"] Hi! Welcome to the board! I've got to say that a neuropsychologist or deveolpmental pediatrician would be key in all of these situations. I also agree that an Occupational therapist doing an evaluation would be a great idea too since there could be sensory issues involved. Does your little guy "over-react" to certain smells, tastes, consistancies, "itchy tags", materials, etc.? These could be potential triggers that could either launch a meltdown OR make it worse. In a nutshell, he's probably as scared as his reactions just as much or more than you are. The frustration, the anger, and the angst that you're feeling is ABSOLUTELY normal. Don't beat yourself up over it. Running away from home is a normal fantasy for us as well... :) Keep in mind that although you're headed down a "different" road than you had imagined, it can still be rewarding and he may very well learn how to make adaptations. Some kids process things differently - once that's been determined - you can learn how to make adaptations on how you communicate with him. Don't worry about making mistakes - you're great parents because you're not willing to bury your heads in the sand...you're asking questions and trying to find out what you can do to help him. Regarding medication? Some people do, some people don't. No one on this forum jumps on either bandwagon...some kids need medications. There could be chemical imbalances, developmental issues, etc. Again, welcome to the crowd...there's a lot of experience coupled with strong shoulders here! Beth [/QUOTE]
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