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<blockquote data-quote="BusynMember" data-source="post: 189508" data-attributes="member: 1550"><p>I doubt teachers or regular talk therapists can do much other than to make you feel guilty because THEY don't get it.</p><p>My son saw a neuropsychologist. I live in a small town near a small city too, but we traveled to get there (fun, fun). We had to go five times for two hours appointments. It was WELL worth it as he got the correct diagnosis and lots of help and is doing GREAT. They are very intensive in their testing. The school district helped us, but was horrible at diagnosing--frankly, it is in their best interests $$$ to say "um, ADHD" so all they need to do it give minimal help.</p><p>With the problems on your family tree, I do suggest getting some evaluation now as a "working diagnosis" so you can get her help. The diagnosis, whatever it is, is likely to change with time. This sounds way beyond ADHD to me. Could be many things...or something just beginning that hasn't come out yet. Bottom line: the earlier you start evaluating and treating these types of kids, the better their prognosis. And talk therapy is obviously not going to help you or her. I'd find the nearest neuropsychologist, even if it means traveling. I was able to make an appointment. Some insurances insist you go through the pediatrician and then you have to persuade them that you need to go, don't back down!!! Don't listen to "She's just difficult and will outgrow it..." blah, blah, blah. Heard it all before myself. You are your child's best advocate.</p><p>NeuroPsychs are mostly found in Univerisity and/or children'Tourette's Syndrome hospitals and there is often a long waiting list because they ARE good. The wait is worth it. While you are waiting buy "The Explosive Child" by Ross Green. The book is NOT diagnostic nor is it a solution--but it will help while you wait for the evaluation and supports. Good luck.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="BusynMember, post: 189508, member: 1550"] I doubt teachers or regular talk therapists can do much other than to make you feel guilty because THEY don't get it. My son saw a neuropsychologist. I live in a small town near a small city too, but we traveled to get there (fun, fun). We had to go five times for two hours appointments. It was WELL worth it as he got the correct diagnosis and lots of help and is doing GREAT. They are very intensive in their testing. The school district helped us, but was horrible at diagnosing--frankly, it is in their best interests $$$ to say "um, ADHD" so all they need to do it give minimal help. With the problems on your family tree, I do suggest getting some evaluation now as a "working diagnosis" so you can get her help. The diagnosis, whatever it is, is likely to change with time. This sounds way beyond ADHD to me. Could be many things...or something just beginning that hasn't come out yet. Bottom line: the earlier you start evaluating and treating these types of kids, the better their prognosis. And talk therapy is obviously not going to help you or her. I'd find the nearest neuropsychologist, even if it means traveling. I was able to make an appointment. Some insurances insist you go through the pediatrician and then you have to persuade them that you need to go, don't back down!!! Don't listen to "She's just difficult and will outgrow it..." blah, blah, blah. Heard it all before myself. You are your child's best advocate. NeuroPsychs are mostly found in Univerisity and/or children'Tourette's Syndrome hospitals and there is often a long waiting list because they ARE good. The wait is worth it. While you are waiting buy "The Explosive Child" by Ross Green. The book is NOT diagnostic nor is it a solution--but it will help while you wait for the evaluation and supports. Good luck. [/QUOTE]
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