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Updated May 20, 2013

Q: Seeking a Psychiatrist for 7 Yr ADHD Son in Arlington Area    —Arlington, TX

"My 7 yr. old son has ADHD and we have yet to find a good Dr to help with his medications. Every course of medicine we..."

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There is a psychiatrist in Arlington on Lamar off of Cooper and her name is Annette Shelton and she is very good. If you want to know more you can email me at ____@___...

Hi K., Have you tried any alternative medicines? I know this is not for everyone,but helpful for many. I have some ideas if you would like to hear them. C.

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Q: Advise on Childhood Bi-polar    —Clinton Township, MI

"Is anyone dealing with childhood bi-polar/adhd? Our 7 yr old son can be the sweetest kid and turn into a raging mons..."

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Has he been diagnosed with bi-polar or adhd? I mean they're both relatively new and popular disorders. And the easiest thing would of course start him on meds. But ...

I also recommend the book "Out of Sync Child" by Carol Kranowitz. It is very parent friendly. Typically, kids with adhd and/or bi-polar issues also have sensory proc...

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Q: Counseling Needed    —Hillsboro, OR

"I'm looking for a good counselor in the westside/Hillsboro area. I am feeling a bit depressed and lonely. I don't hav..."

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I belong to a moms group through meetup.com and I found it helpful to at least get out of the house and talk to other adults. So, you might want to check that out as ...

Hi J., There's a student clinic at the Process Work Institute (a form of counseling) that charges on a sliding scale, starting at $25 per hour. Here's the link: h...

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Q: Help with Tourettes    —Savannah, GA

"I took my son to the doc this week and the doc believes he may have touettes. I am a little shocked but after resear..."

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I also have a son with Tourette. His is a medicine induced form. He takes meds for ADHA and it brings on 3 different ticks. Finding out something like this about you...

I took my daughter to a specialist when she was about 8 years old. She had eye and head movements, but the doctor didn't want to call it Tourettes because she did not...

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Q: Depression    —Richardson, TX

"Hello all, I have been going through some hard times lately and have started today to see a psychiatrist. I feel ..."

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C., I don't have experience with the medications, but I definitely relate to the ups and downs. I found an incredible support network at my church for people deali...

Hi, I suffer from the same symptoms as you, maybe just not so severely, and my husband recently pointed me to this article involving temperature changes of your bod...

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Q: Anxiety    —Highland Park, IL

"Hi there, Does anyone have children with anxiety issues? Generalized Anxiety? My six year old seems to have a litt..."

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My son is 4 and seems to be having more anxiety than most kido-s his age. We are trying to encourage him to take risks and try new things. We don't have a diagnosis ...

We have serious anxiety issues, some from situational issues, but a lot is just inherited disposition. Much is brought on by underlying depression. You can't wish it o...

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Q: Advice on Mania Episode During Pregnancy    —Milwaukee, WI

"I have a history of bi-polar in my family but thought I was past the age threshold of having any traces of it (30 yea..."

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Although I am not bi polar, I do suffer from depression. Its great that you have stepped forward like this and shared your story. I hope other people out there will ...

We ALL have things about ourselves we would like to change and don't know why they are the way the are, we are human, not perfect. This I know is true. you were creat...

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Q: Seeking Advice About OCD    —Idaho Falls, ID

"Help! My daughter has become crazed about washing her hands. She will not touch anything after she washes her hands f..."

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I personally don't think that it's something that needs medical attention, I would let her "keep her hands clean" and just make sure she put on lotion her hands after ...

I would call your pediatition. And talk to her teacher, see what happens at school, it maybe cause by an over protective teacher....telling the kids that they will get...

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Q: Advice on ADHD Son, Starting Meds. Soon Would like Alterative or Herbal Advice.    —Caldwell, OH

"My son is 7 years old and has been diagnosed with ADHD. His teacher brought it to our attension this year in 1st grad..."

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HI please watch that med.s closely. i had a nephew who had the same problem they but him on a diet sounds crazy but it worked.he now is a officer in the navy. All they...

Hey There C., I am also a mom and my field is nutrition. My heart broke when I read your email for help. Your story is very common with lots of other moms so please kn...

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Q: Extreme Social Anxiety in 4 Yr Old    —San Jose, CA

"My almost 4 yr old has become extremely anxious around any new people and becomes hysterical if we have any guests ov..."

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I agree with the other responses. You may also want to check out a book called "The Highly Sensitive Child". The author's last name is Aron. Good luck!

I really do believe therapy is the best answer right now. She needs to be happy not fearful of everything. Kids can and do have emotional issues and break downs so don...

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