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ADHD Diagnosis What to Do Next?
Asked by E.B. from Tampa
on December 29, 2009
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How do I know my son has being diagnose correclty with ADHD? I am concern as he's diagnosed based only on a questionaire answered by his teacher and me. What other te...
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- Go to Fiengold diet- Dr. Fiengold was a genius and figured out a long time ago what causes this- and there are support groups. Well done on not wanting to do meds. ...
- there is no known test for ADHD basically it is the questions and answer thing you did. but they do have a movie like thing that shows other kids who had ADHD and you ...
- I say follow your instincts. Even kids correctly diagnosed with ADHD do not necessarily have to go on medication and so on. My step son, for example, was diagnosed a 3...
What Would This Illness Be?
Asked by N.M. from Omaha
on April 21, 2011
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Any suggestions will help. I do plan on calling my doctor again today.
I have had a fever with chills and sweats off and on since Sunday. I did go see my genera...
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- My first thought was kidney issues - make sure you rule out muscle strain for the back pain, but that's a strong indication. It doesn't sound like mastitis to me. E...
- mastitis maybe? are your breasts or one or the other breast sore? i want to encourage you; breastfeeding is not easy! it takes at least 2 months to really get into ...
- I would call the doctor immediately. You could have a kidney infection.
4 Year Old ADHD???
Asked by K.M. from Chicago
on October 6, 2010
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Ok, let me just start out by saying emotions are raw right now and research has not been done.
We just got back from my 4yr old's new doctor for his 4yr check up. ...
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- i'm sure this is obvious but i'd make sure i cut out all corn syrup and sugar and caffiene/chocolate and see if it makes ANY difference first.
- I stopped reading the other responses after awhile becuase some of them really irritated me. I would NOT refer to giving a child antibiotics for a diagnosed condition...
- I could see my 4 yr old with a similar dx, but what we have found is it looks like 2 possible things, Sensory Processing Dysfunction or allergy to artificial colors an...
ADHD - Real or Not, Please Help
Asked by K. from Chicago
on October 20, 2009
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My son was diagnosed with ADHD. My husband does not believe it exists - feels it is just a discipline issue. I disagree. I am asking for information on its authenti...
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- OMG, sounds like my husband! I actually have ADHD, and its very frustrating that he thinks it doesn't exist! Some alternative treatments include diet changes, look t...
- I like The A.D.D. Book, by Sears and Thompson, for a balanced overview of adhd and the various treatments. You should also check out the http://www.chadd.org/ webs...
- My husband, at first, believed they were just trying to say that so they wouldn't have to mess with her. She was 6-7 yrs old at the time. Well, a few grades later, a...
Treating ADHD Without Meds?
Asked by M.D. from Lancaster
on September 27, 2006
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My 7yo (almost 8, 3rd grade) daughter was recently diagnosed with ADHD and I'm wondering if anyone has tried to manage it without medication. She was also experiencing...
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- I am looking at treating my child alternatively too. So far I have found high doses of Niacin help. I can email you my sites that I am researching if you want me to....
- We had a foster child with ADHD and structure really seemed to work for her. We made check lists and charts to keep her on task. I've also heard that changes is diet...
- I don't know how you would feel about this. When my sister was young she also had ADHD. They actually took her off medication, and would give her a cup of Mountain Dew...
ADHD Help Please!!!!!
Asked by M.M. from Dallas
on April 14, 2009
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I would like to know if any moms out there can help me out - My son is 8 yrs. old and I've had a lot of problems at school and recently they have told me he could be A...
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- I have a son who is 21 and was dianosed with ADHD when he was that age. I was worried about all the different types of meds he was put on, Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta,...
- I am dealing with issues with my 9 yr. old. For the longest time I put off the medication stuff. For about a month she has been on Adderall XR. At first teachers ...
- I would examine your sons daily activities and eating habits and make adjustments there before opting to solely start taking medicine. I have twin boys age 8, a 7 yr o...
Seeking Advice ADHD
Asked by J.B. from Los Angeles
on October 10, 2009
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Hello moms, I am here for your advice! My nephew is 5 years old and recently diagnosed with ADHD with mood disorders, my sister and her ex have taken him to 2 doctors ...
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- Hi J., How great you are helping your sister with this issue. My son has Autism and is 18 years old, but the behaviors were different. This is going to sound really...
- Here is a video on ADHD and B-complex which will probably help the boy. And you can find the B-complex at the following website: www.gotibv.com http://www.youtub...
- I don't think your nephew's behavior is normal. I agree with the doctors based on what you write. Since the father is either in complete denial or playing games to tor...
If You've Ever Been a Part of a Support Group or Self Help Group...
Asked by E.D. from Seattle
on October 23, 2011
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What did you like and/or what didn't you like? Was there a facilitator, guidelines/tenants, was it unstructured? What about that did you find most/least effective? ...
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- When I was going through cancer treatment, both my then-fiance (now husband) and I went to support groups. His rocked, mine not so much. Both met once a week for 6 wee...
- I went to Grief Share a couple times after my sister died. It was structured, organized and there were facilitators. I hated it. The facilitators were pushy and tr...
- I attend a grandparents raising grandchildren support group every month, it is my favorite evening of the month. We also attend a support group for families with child...
Advice on ADHD Son, Starting Meds. Soon Would like Alterative or Herbal Advice.
Asked by C.D. from Parkersburg
on February 26, 2008
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My son is 7 years old and has been diagnosed with ADHD. His teacher brought it to our attension this year in 1st grade. I have read about many types of treatment and I...
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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...
- My daughter was mis-diagnosed with ADHD with a very very devastating outcome from the medication. Same thing happened to another child in the family. Look into all...
My 5 Year Old Son's Friend Has Cancer
Asked by D.C. from Portland
on October 18, 2011
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A friend of my son's since birth has recently been diagnosed with a likely fatal brain cancer (Glioma). I am struggling to cope with this news myself, as we are very ...
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- Hello D., I am sorry fo read of the devestating news you and your friend have received. I am writing to let you know that a Glioma is NOT always fatal. My ex-husb...
- I am so sorry for all of you. I hope that there will be a god outcome, if not at least no pain. We had a young man at our elementary school , 1st grade, that had Thyr...
- I am so sorry to hear of your son's best friend. When I was five years old a very close friend I played with was killed by a car. I saw it from my window but it did ...
