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Updated May 26, 2013

Q: Older, Never Wiser: Seeking Help with ADD Kid!    —Evanston, IL

"Hi, Mamas, Hoping others have had more success than I in dealing with an ADD son. He is 20 now, refused Ritalin ye..."

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Dear S., Has your son been to a doctor recently? It sounds like he might benefit from some quality time with a good MD/mental health professional. THe treatments ...

I am struggling with this same thing with my 9 year old. Somehow, HE needs to figure out that this is his problem that he has to own and manage. Maybe a counselor of...

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Q: ADHD And Your Preschooler    —Chicago, IL

"Does your preschooler have ADHD? If so what symptoms made you worry something was different than normal preschool beh..."

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J. as a preschool director I have had this past year two children enter our program with that diagnoses. With communicate with therepists, I was informed at a young ag...

J., No experience, but read tons of research. About four months ago, there was a study published (I posted it on here somewhere in the past) stated that ADHD can o...

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Q: Questions About Section 504    —Carol Stream, IL

"My son had some accomodations in grade school and this year he is in middle school. His accomodations were minor - h..."

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It is probably better to have the 504 Plan accommodations in place at the beginning of middle school, due to the transition and the fact that he will have multiple tea...

M., maybe rather than saying he doesn't need anything, share his difficulties and what has helped in the past. Have something written up so the teachers know what to ...

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Q: Any Tips on Children with ADD?    —Pekin, IL

"My 7 year old is in 2nd grade and her teacher has "carefully suggested" a trip to the doctors office because she migh..."

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It won't hurt anything to go and have her checked out by a therapist. You could even google adhd and look at the symptoms to see if she fits most of them. It's a tough...

Hi M.! I really sympathize with you. We see alot of kids with ADD/ADHD in our office. I encourage you to check out this website: http://www.icpa4kids.org/research/...

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Q: ADD & Gifted Child    —Lombard, IL

"Hi all, My son is 10-years-old and his doctor thinks he may suffer from ADD, not ADHD. Does anyone have experienc..."

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Although he had been tested in 3rd grade & they missed it my son was later diagnosed with ADD at age 16. Today he is 22 & pursuing his masters degree in psychology. ...

Have you talked with your child's teacher? As a teacher I have had gifted ADD kids and ADHD. 2 years ago, I had one of the smartest students I have ever taught and he ...

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Q: Does Anyone Know About Reliv Products and Effects on ADHD???    —Spring Grove, IL

"I was looking into the Feingold Diet- then heard it doesnt really work well.... so, now I am considering getting Reli..."

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Hi C., I have used Reliv products in the past, not for ADHD, but for other health reasons, and I can tell you that they did help me. I had problems with healing from ...

My friend uses the Feingold diet with her daughter & her daughter is off meds & sleeping at night. I know nothing about Reliv. Thanks R.

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Q: Need to Find Therapist for My ADHD Son - Live in Naperville Area    —Woodridge, IL

"My son is 7 years old and diagnosed with ADHD when he just turned 6. He is on medication which helps with the hypera..."

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I would call your school and see if you can get a hold of the social worker in the building. Usually they have a list of programs and places that you can go that will ...

Laura Basso, Lcpc. Best on Earth. Works with kids and adults, I tell you, I owe her everything. She's in Naperville, licensed, and used to work with kids full tim...

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Q: Is My Daughter Adhd?    —Rockford, IL

"Ok i need help. My daughter is 3, and i am having the most difficult time with her. She is so smart, but i cant get h..."

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Definately speak to your doctor. It's quite possible that nothing is wrong, that this is typical behavior for a toddler, but if you feel in your gut that there is som...

R., I have been a teacher for 8 years and I have a lot of experience with ADHD. It is genetic so if there is a family history it could be a good possiblility. My frie...

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Q: Preschool Programs in the City for Special Needs kids/ADHD    —Chicago, IL

"I have a 2 1/2 year old boy who is currently in a montessori program. He is using a lot of attention-seeking behavior..."

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http://www.bellecenter-chicago.org http://www.frcd.org/ I cannot recommend these two organizations enough. The FRCD has a free parent training on how to navigate t...

CPS does not test kids until they are closer to 3 because they are changing so much developmentally at that time. They will take your son after he turns 3. Until then,...

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Q: Not Sure What to Do.    —Oak Park, IL

"Hi, I have a 5 year old son in kindergarten. I have been in conference with his teacher and aftercare person. He has..."

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I will agree with many of the others; Get an OT evaluation privately for SPD. SPD mimics ADHD, but won't respond to medication. The Senosry-Sensitive Child by Smi...

I totally understand what you are going through. Panicking comes when you don't have answers. Getting the answers and the information is hard when you don't know where...

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