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<blockquote data-quote="DazedandConfused" data-source="post: 182324" data-attributes="member: 831"><p>I want to add my welcome, also.</p><p> </p><p>I second the recommendation to getting The Explosive Child by Ross Greene. There are other good books too, but that one is such a great resource to have in your parenting arsenal.</p><p> </p><p>I completely understand about not wanting your personal business being broadcast all over the place. Keep pertinent details out. Such as exact locations and first and last names. I also don't give the name of this site out to anyone I know in person. I like my privacy.</p><p> </p><p>It's not uncommon for medications to work for a short time and then see the positive changes begin to evaporate. Yes, some medications do take time to see changes. </p><p> </p><p>Has he ever been seen, or diagnosed, by anyone other than a pediatrician? Though great for routine child medical care, they are mostly out of their sphere of expertise when it comes to our types of kids. I would suggest a psychiatist with experience treating children. However, in all honesty, it can be a challenge to find one that is up on their game. Many times, the really good ones aren't taking new patients!</p><p> </p><p>From what you describe, there is more than ADD/ADHD (which is an initial diagnoses most of us get) going on. A neuropsychological evaluation is also very helpful. Those are done by a psychologist who has a specialty in the brain. It's a grueling process of tests, but you also get a wealth of information. The first I found through a children's hospital. The second I found through a pediatric neurologist at a university teaching hospital. They usually have a list of them. If you can connect with one of those, it's another great resource. </p><p> </p><p>I don't have any experience with a uncooperative x. My husband has made butt whoopin' comments when he's very frustrated with our difficult children.Though, it is common that others, especially those that don't have to deal with a difficult child on a daily basis, think that a good butt whoopin' would cure all their ills. How I so wish! You have to learn to tune out and do what you think is best. I know it's much more complicated when it's your kid's father.</p><p> </p><p>Though none of us on this forum are trained experts, our experience comes from being in the trenches. You do not have to take our advice. You are free to follow your own path and do what you think is in the best interest of your child. </p><p> </p><p><img src="/community/styles/default/xenforo/smilies/peaceful.png" class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":peaceful:" title="peaceful :peaceful:" data-shortname=":peaceful:" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="DazedandConfused, post: 182324, member: 831"] I want to add my welcome, also. I second the recommendation to getting The Explosive Child by Ross Greene. There are other good books too, but that one is such a great resource to have in your parenting arsenal. I completely understand about not wanting your personal business being broadcast all over the place. Keep pertinent details out. Such as exact locations and first and last names. I also don't give the name of this site out to anyone I know in person. I like my privacy. It's not uncommon for medications to work for a short time and then see the positive changes begin to evaporate. Yes, some medications do take time to see changes. Has he ever been seen, or diagnosed, by anyone other than a pediatrician? Though great for routine child medical care, they are mostly out of their sphere of expertise when it comes to our types of kids. I would suggest a psychiatist with experience treating children. However, in all honesty, it can be a challenge to find one that is up on their game. Many times, the really good ones aren't taking new patients! From what you describe, there is more than ADD/ADHD (which is an initial diagnoses most of us get) going on. A neuropsychological evaluation is also very helpful. Those are done by a psychologist who has a specialty in the brain. It's a grueling process of tests, but you also get a wealth of information. The first I found through a children's hospital. The second I found through a pediatric neurologist at a university teaching hospital. They usually have a list of them. If you can connect with one of those, it's another great resource. I don't have any experience with a uncooperative x. My husband has made butt whoopin' comments when he's very frustrated with our difficult children.Though, it is common that others, especially those that don't have to deal with a difficult child on a daily basis, think that a good butt whoopin' would cure all their ills. How I so wish! You have to learn to tune out and do what you think is best. I know it's much more complicated when it's your kid's father. Though none of us on this forum are trained experts, our experience comes from being in the trenches. You do not have to take our advice. You are free to follow your own path and do what you think is in the best interest of your child. :peaceful: [/QUOTE]
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