Hello....I am hoping someone may have had a similar experience and can share their thoughts with us.
Our son is 8-1/2 yrs old. He was born my nephew to my sister who is Bi Polar/Manic Depressive. During her pregnancy, she received no pre-natal care, used alcohol and crack, and delivered him 3 weeks early due to placenta previa. I have had "Jbug" since he was 2 mos old. He was born while she was incarcerated. At that time he was to be put up for adoption and I was picking his parents as I didn't think I could take on an infant when the youngest of my 4 kids was 8. Circumstances changed and we took him in when she decided not to adopt him out. It was supposed to be short term until a long care facility came to pick him up but after 2 days we couldn't let him leave. We have since officially adopted him and at this time he doesn't know that. Not sure if you need that much background but thought it may give you some background!
During Kindergarten, the private school he was attending felt he needed ADD/ADHD medications. We did extensive testing and after 4 mos agreed to a low dose. Since then, we have done Ritalin, Concerta and now Vyvanse. Our biggest issue is that he loves to push buttons, argue, get the last word in and generally say things that he knows will hurt you. It is difficult not to get wrapped up in these petty disagreements as we both know that is what he wants us to do. We have done Lexapro, Risperdal, Abilify and Tenex. We recently pulled him off the Tenex as it seemed to instensify the behavior issues-we haven't told our psychiatric yet as we don't go until Tuesday. If you say its black - he says its white. He will argue endlessy until he either breaks down and cries or just gets the general who cares attitude.
He does exhibit many if not all of the signs for ODD. He has not been diagnosed as Bi Polar. He is a good sweet boy when he isn't "off his rocker". We don't know what to do.......How do you handle him when he is flippant about his dislike for you and all you do for him?
I saw on another thread something about a neuropsychologist exam. I don't know much about all of the acronyms and terminology used on this forum. Do you think this would be beneficial?
I welcome any comments. Medicines are not our preferred method but are not against them. It seems we play the "Russian Roulette" with medications to see what works and doesn't.
Again, any input would be appreciated.
Thank you CCB
Our son is 8-1/2 yrs old. He was born my nephew to my sister who is Bi Polar/Manic Depressive. During her pregnancy, she received no pre-natal care, used alcohol and crack, and delivered him 3 weeks early due to placenta previa. I have had "Jbug" since he was 2 mos old. He was born while she was incarcerated. At that time he was to be put up for adoption and I was picking his parents as I didn't think I could take on an infant when the youngest of my 4 kids was 8. Circumstances changed and we took him in when she decided not to adopt him out. It was supposed to be short term until a long care facility came to pick him up but after 2 days we couldn't let him leave. We have since officially adopted him and at this time he doesn't know that. Not sure if you need that much background but thought it may give you some background!
During Kindergarten, the private school he was attending felt he needed ADD/ADHD medications. We did extensive testing and after 4 mos agreed to a low dose. Since then, we have done Ritalin, Concerta and now Vyvanse. Our biggest issue is that he loves to push buttons, argue, get the last word in and generally say things that he knows will hurt you. It is difficult not to get wrapped up in these petty disagreements as we both know that is what he wants us to do. We have done Lexapro, Risperdal, Abilify and Tenex. We recently pulled him off the Tenex as it seemed to instensify the behavior issues-we haven't told our psychiatric yet as we don't go until Tuesday. If you say its black - he says its white. He will argue endlessy until he either breaks down and cries or just gets the general who cares attitude.
He does exhibit many if not all of the signs for ODD. He has not been diagnosed as Bi Polar. He is a good sweet boy when he isn't "off his rocker". We don't know what to do.......How do you handle him when he is flippant about his dislike for you and all you do for him?
I saw on another thread something about a neuropsychologist exam. I don't know much about all of the acronyms and terminology used on this forum. Do you think this would be beneficial?
I welcome any comments. Medicines are not our preferred method but are not against them. It seems we play the "Russian Roulette" with medications to see what works and doesn't.
Again, any input would be appreciated.
Thank you CCB