Mental Health: Tween
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Mental Health
Asked by S.T. from Melbourne
on June 9, 2007
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Hi I am a mother of three and I have been battling depression for years. I lost my father a few months ago and it seems to have triggered a bad spell. I was on medica...
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- Call Catholic Charities and Jewish Federation these are the 2 main agencies that I can think of- they can point you in the direction of various clinics, etc not re...
- You didn't say where you live, but my sister doesn't have coverage either, had a really bad period not too long ago and had a lot of friends trying to source help for ...
- It is so good that you are seeking help. I have a few suggestions. Find a local church. All churches offer free counseling and some have groups that deal with depres...
12 Year Old Behavior Problems
Asked by M.B. from Los Angeles
on August 2, 2009
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I am having problems with my 12 year old step son. Last school year he got 3 Fs, 2 Ds and a C. He always lied about having homework. At home, he wont do his chores....
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- I am sure there are many issues behind the emotion and behavior occurring here. It is important to find more treatment than meds- including educational support (with ...
- Let me say that I can identify with what you are going through. I too am a stepmom in a very similar situation to yours (had to raise the child because mom was unable...
- First of all Sonya H is right, about the food. Second of all if you don't discipline you can expect behavior problems - "talking to" is not discipline, boundaries and...
Seeking Moms Whos Children Have Mental Disorders
Asked by D.T. from Washington DC
on January 11, 2007
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I am searching for moms that have children that have mental disorders~~>>> bipolar--add--adhd--odd ect......I have a 12 yr old dsughter with severe mood disorder and j...
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- D., I see you've gotten many different and differing pieces of advice. I too have a 14 year old son with ADHD, Tourette's, ODD and probably a few other disorders. I ca...
- I have a 15(soon to be 16)year old daughter, who's been diagnose as MMR. I've only considered having her placed, only one time. I'm glad that I didn't! But I get her...
- D., I understand what your going through. I have 2 teenage sons that both have disorders. My oldest has ADHD, PTSD, depression & generalized anxiety. My youngest ha...
13 Year Old Hermit
Asked by D.B. from Eau Claire
on March 14, 2012
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My 13 year old son is a hermit. He rarely likes to leave the house. He would much rather stay at home and play video or computer games. We do force him to leave the...
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- I just know that in 5 years you are gonna be posting a question about your 18 yo son that you are afraid he is not gonna graduate and has no motivation to do anything...
- there's nothing wrong with introversion. lack of preschool does not stunt social skills, introverts are introverts. it's cool to be an introvert. what troubles me i...
- Video and computer games have been proven to have an addictive quality to them. They are escapist media, and so a child going through puberty might prefer to disappear...
Out of Controll 12 Year Old
Asked by B.S. from Bismarck
on April 23, 2008
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My 12 (just about 13) year old doughter is way out of controll,She is in the 7th grade scores in every subject collage levels and she has a 1.2 GPA right now she is vi...
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- Hi B., I am a mom and a middle school teacher. My gut tells me that something happened 4 years ago. The fact that she is delivering angert to you and siblings but can...
- B. Have you tried having your husband and your other family members (including yourself) sit down and tell your daughter how her actions affect the rest of you? A...
- Hi B., Very good advise has been given, just to give my two cents. Not only would I look into the behavior health issues such as adhd but also try to find out if t...
11 Year Old Son Trouble Following Instructions
Asked by I.R. from Dallas
on November 4, 2010
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I have a 11 year old son who has trouble following instructions in school & home. He isn't hyper at all so I know that ADHD is out of the question but he does have tro...
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- You son may have ADHD - Inattentive Type. He sounds just like my daughter, who takes a high dose of medication for it. She did her homework, but it never made it to th...
- I feel your pain! I have the same problem with my daughter who just turned 10, only not quite as bad. I know she doesn't have ADHD either but I have thought maybe a mi...
- One thing that comes to mind is MSG. Alot of kids get affected by it and by other artificial additives in food and drinks and MSG is hidden under many names. You'll ...
Do You Allow Your Kids to Stay Home from School for "Mental Health Days"
Asked by L.O. from Detroit
on February 5, 2012
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Next year I will have two kids starting school full time.. (all day kinder and first grade). I knwo when I was little my mom let me stay home once in a while and play...
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- Absolutely. ((Overly long answer edited))
- "I" have had mental health days by letting my son stay home :) ETA: we've always done private, so no one's paycheck was in jeopardy. I pay tuition no matter what!
- I usually let my girl stay home every once in a blue moon. At least once a year we do the 1/2 price Wednesday at the zoo and her Grandpa usually comes down every coupl...
Health Insurance for Adults
Asked by M.G. from Sarasota
on February 28, 2008
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Thankfully I have Florida KidCare for my children, but my husband and I are not covered by health insurance. It's offered for us through his work but we just can't af...
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- I am not sure about the pre- existing condition clause..although I think it would greatly affect your insurance rate.. however I did want to mention I had a very hard ...
- You are right about the pre-existent condition clause. Things which are diagnosed while you're not covered are not covered in future cases. Some insurance companies do...
- No you are not wrong about the insurance clause. I live in Polk County and county insurance through work I don't think can deny you coverage but they will not pay out ...
13 Year Old - HELP!
Asked by M.H. from Los Angeles
on February 3, 2009
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Hi there - My 8th grader is on the verge of not getting promoted. His grades last semester ended with 3 - F's, 1 - D, 2 C's. I do not expect straight A's but these gra...
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- Wow, this almost sounds like my situation - except no divorce - so our options were private religoius school or homeschool. We wavered so long the private schools woul...
- Hi there, I have teenagers and know how trying they can be. You're not a failure, but they sure are good at making us feel that way sometimes! Has he been tested for ...
- First of all I would take him to a doctor and have a blood work up let's make sure there isn't something chemical. Then how about a teenage mentor?? That might just work.
2 Yr Old and Mental Disorders
Asked by K.A. from Boston
on February 2, 2007
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My ex (my 2 yr olds father)has bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and ADHD. I was wondering if anyone else has had to deal with this type of issue and ...
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- Hi K., They may not be able to diagnose anything at such a young age, except in very extreme cases. Let her doctor know if you have reasons to be concerned that are p...
- Hi K., I am a mom of a 10 yr old son with bipolar disorder diagnosed at the age of 6. I also have bipolar disorder as did my father,(however this is not always the...
- Kristin, It may be helpful to talk with a mental health practioner about your concerns, rather than the pediatrician. While it may be true that she 'seems fine', you...
