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ADHD Support
Asked by C.H. from Omaha
on February 12, 2008
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I will be going to my sons Ped. tomorrow to discuss the chance that he has ADHD ( i am almost positive that it will be a "he does" answer). I am scared to death. I do...
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- Here is what I have discovered that most pediatricians won't have a clue about. If your son has a yeast over growth (this is caused by having juice and lots of sweet ...
- I think our children are overwhelmed with choices, too many toys, too many books, too much tv. In hind sight I wish I would have put all the toys and books away excep...
- Dont you worry your son will be okay. My son we adopted has FASE ADHD Sensory Inacration, and is very Hyper active. I read this really good book its called Dont try h...
ADD / ADHD Help!
Asked by S.W. from Dallas
on December 10, 2008
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My 5 year old son was just dianosed with ADHD. We have been having a lot of behavior issues at school and home. After several months I finally talked with Pedi about...
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- You can avoid medication ALTOGETHER if you take your son to a CLINICAL nutritionist. They are doctors but use whole food supplements rather than medications. And they ...
- I have to side with your husband, too. Meds usually mask the problem, but don't address the root cause. If you don't want to put your son on meds there are many prove...
- Hi there, You have an option before you go the med route. There is a safe nutritional supplement, developed by a nutrition Scientist that has helped many kids with AD...
Seeking Moms' in Autism Support Groups
Asked by F.S. from Fayetteville
on May 16, 2009
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Just requesting some support and tips on how to deal with an autistic child. I learn something new everyday.
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- Please look at www.feingold.org. Feingold is a 30yr old non-profit organization whose purpose is to inform the public about causes of most neurological disorders such ...
- I have a teen autistic son. I recommend the yahoo group called reversingautism. I hope you join. The information I have received there has helped me more than anywhere...
- Are you in the Memphis area? If so there is a place called Autism Solution Center http://www.autismsolutioncenter.com/ that might be able to help you. I've met 2 volu...
Help Support
Asked by R.K. from Jacksonville
on August 30, 2006
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Has anyone had to deal with their child being sexually abused? I need some support and or advice.
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- My daughter was abused when she was 12. She became severely depressed, wanted to die, still has a voice in her head that reviews her day...If your child is in school,...
- Hi, I am sorry you are going through this. First thing is first. Please go to the police. Let this person get in trouble, no matter who it is. Second.. get your...
- I have some advice for you since this has happened to me but i don't feel very comfortable talking about it where everyone else can see it. If you want you can send m...
Support Groups for Adhd Parents
Asked by R.F. from New Orleans
on March 26, 2008
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I have a 7 year old with ADHD/Impulsivity who has trouble focusing at school. He is on medication. Any suggestions on how to help him focus at school?
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- My godchild was diagianosed with adhd @ 6 years old they put her on medicine and come to find out they medicine just made her act out even more, and potty on herself @...
- There are lots of tools that can be used at home and school: make sure all subject areas are very organized in folders and notebooks (therefore easy to locate and not...
- Hi R.. My son was diagnosed this year with ADD. We use a combination of medication (for calming/focus) and therapy (for behavior modification). We have also incorpora...
Need Some Support
Asked by E.C. from Dallas
on July 24, 2008
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Hi ladies: been a lurker at the site for awhile but decided to ask for some support. I need some words of wisdom about how to get more joy out of my current situation....
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- Hi E.: Any way you could trade kid care with a neighbor or friend? Even a three hour break with your husband (you could go to Studio Movie Grill - getting dinner a...
- Dear E., When I read your story, I felt for you & the feelings of joylessness you are experiencing right now. I'm not working at the moment and I feel that God h...
- E., Join a church! There are lots of free or almost free ladies activities and they usually provide childcare. It would give you a break from the kids and get you in ...
Looking for Information on ADHD / ADD Diet
Asked by K.P. from Los Angeles
on July 19, 2008
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I have a 10 year old son that has been diagnosed with ADD and has been on medication since he was 9. Originally we had him on Concerta, but switched to Vyvanse due to...
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- K., I joined the Feingold society and read through their info for my 4.5 year old son who has autism and is extremely hyper. The diet is pretty intense and my son i...
- Have him tested for wheat and gluten allergies. It is simple blood test. There have been children who have ADD symptoms, but really have celiac or wheat intolerance. ...
- No disrepect, but if your child was diabetic would you be tring to "wean" him off insulin? If your child truly is adhd his body checmistry requires medication. As he...
Adhd
Asked by D.Y. from Las Vegas
on July 4, 2009
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Hello Moms!
I am looking for resources, and online organizations for ADHD. I have a few on hand and have done some research, but looking for others I may not know abo...
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- D. Y I truly can appreciate your situation since my partner has a son with ADHD. I also know you will get good advice from those who have children with ADHD. Your...
- I know you said that medicaid will not cover natural medicine, but after working for this chiropractor and knowing the side affects of the said medication... I think y...
- Hi D., First off, it's illegal for schools to tell you to medicate your child. They are not supposed to tell you to drug your child. They make it sounds so easy, ...
Advice on How to Handle a Sexually Active 16 Year Old Girl.
Asked by D.L. from Dallas
on May 24, 2008
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My 16 year old daughter was recently found to be sexually active. My husband and I of course are now worried that she will get pregnant. We have decided to take her ...
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- If you want her to understand the consequences of her actions, you need to talk to her without coming off as being mean or aggressive. Make her feel comfortable talkin...
- As the mom of a now 18 year old daughter who was sexually active at 15(apparently) and had a baby at 16, I urge you to take her to have a pap and be put on birth contr...
- Have you thought about true love waits? My mom gave me a ring was a symbol of waiting till I was married. Ok I am going to be honest I didnt wait either though. She d...
Needing Ways to Handle Child with ADD?
Asked by A.W. from Killeen
on May 8, 2008
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My sister adopted a foster child a year ago and when she got him, she was informed that he had ADD and was on medication. Both my sister and her husband don't like the...
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- Hi A., Haven't check my email lately. I got my son off all his ADD meds by give him 3 oz of Xango everyday. It also got rid of his asthma....nice side effect. Thi...
- Please have your sister put the kid back on his meds. She is really doing him a misjustice by not keeping him on his meds. He will not be able to concentrate at scho...
- I was an education major at SHSU and thought the same as your sister.....we should not medicate our kids. However, I had a very intelligent professor put it to me like...
