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<blockquote data-quote="Nomad" data-source="post: 236747"><p>I think it is preferable for a doctor to hold off on a diagnosis of bipolar at such a young age. First of all, it would be hard to make a final decision so early and second of all, the diagnosis can be labeling. We tend to live up to expectations. This goes both for parent and child. On the other hand, I also believe that if we don't treat the child appropriately...with the appropriate medications/treatment, then the child will not receive the best care possible. Ironically, you may have stumbled onto a really good situation for yourself and child. You are working with a physician who has an open mind, yet the diagnosis of "Bipolar illness" is on the table. If Abilify is helpful, then I would not interfere. It is very important that your child learn good social skills at school and have healthy interaction within the home. Why does the Dr. want to increase the dosage? If your child has gained weight or has had instances of raging (or there is some other reason for this), it certainly seems like it might be a good idea. (by the way, our child takes this with good results). The Bipolar diagnosis is hard to diagnosis at such a young age. Children manifest the illness differently than adults. And, it does seem to look like other illnesses at times. To make things more confusing, it is sometimes comorbid with other disorders, like ADHD. I think it is absolutely terrific that you are reading literature about Bipolar Illness. I would ask the Dr. if other diagnosis's have crossed his mind, so you could do your research in those areas as well. If I had it to do all over today, I would push more to have my child take supplements with her medication in an effort to keep her dosages smaller. Such things like Fish Oil are said to be helpful (although she was always negative about taking it). Talk therapy...also a great idea. We have a child with- Bipolar illness (she too had issues with- her clothes bothering her at that age) and at times it really helped us to have her work things out with- her therapist. The therapist was vital during the teen years. Today, she is a young woman and she goes every other week....more if needed. Wishing you well...believe me, I understand the difficulties surrounding this sort of thing.</p><p>p.s. Loved what "wake up call" said...it takes strong parents to care for these children. Make sure you take good care of yourself. Make time when you are able for yourself and your spouse.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Nomad, post: 236747"] I think it is preferable for a doctor to hold off on a diagnosis of bipolar at such a young age. First of all, it would be hard to make a final decision so early and second of all, the diagnosis can be labeling. We tend to live up to expectations. This goes both for parent and child. On the other hand, I also believe that if we don't treat the child appropriately...with the appropriate medications/treatment, then the child will not receive the best care possible. Ironically, you may have stumbled onto a really good situation for yourself and child. You are working with a physician who has an open mind, yet the diagnosis of "Bipolar illness" is on the table. If Abilify is helpful, then I would not interfere. It is very important that your child learn good social skills at school and have healthy interaction within the home. Why does the Dr. want to increase the dosage? If your child has gained weight or has had instances of raging (or there is some other reason for this), it certainly seems like it might be a good idea. (by the way, our child takes this with good results). The Bipolar diagnosis is hard to diagnosis at such a young age. Children manifest the illness differently than adults. And, it does seem to look like other illnesses at times. To make things more confusing, it is sometimes comorbid with other disorders, like ADHD. I think it is absolutely terrific that you are reading literature about Bipolar Illness. I would ask the Dr. if other diagnosis's have crossed his mind, so you could do your research in those areas as well. If I had it to do all over today, I would push more to have my child take supplements with her medication in an effort to keep her dosages smaller. Such things like Fish Oil are said to be helpful (although she was always negative about taking it). Talk therapy...also a great idea. We have a child with- Bipolar illness (she too had issues with- her clothes bothering her at that age) and at times it really helped us to have her work things out with- her therapist. The therapist was vital during the teen years. Today, she is a young woman and she goes every other week....more if needed. Wishing you well...believe me, I understand the difficulties surrounding this sort of thing. p.s. Loved what "wake up call" said...it takes strong parents to care for these children. Make sure you take good care of yourself. Make time when you are able for yourself and your spouse. [/QUOTE]
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