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ADD & Gifted Child
I am an adult with ADD who was also gifted but my potential was always hindered by inability to organize myself (thoughts, time, papers, keys, glasses, ...
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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 ...
- my son is 8 and gifted. Its difficult for people to know that because it is difficult for him to write and follow simple directions. We discovered this by taking him...
Needing Ways to Handle Child with ADD?
I am the mother of three adult sons, two which had ADD/ADHD. One is still ADHD even as a 20 year old. He still must take medication on occasion to manage ...
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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...
Strattera or Adderal
My husband was diagnosed ADD, (NOT ADHD) as an adult, so we have run the medication gamut. He did not like the way that Adderral or Concerta made him feel, ...
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- Hi S., My stepson has taken both medications. His mom also preferred Strattera because it is not a stimulant. However, it was not as effective as Adderall. And, ...
- I didn't have any luck on either one as an adult, I know kids are different. Adderall basically made it possible for me to eat once a day. It is basically speed,and it...
- This is direct from the FDA's (food and drig administration) web site about each drug Strattera (atomoxetine) Audience: Neuropsychiatric and other healthcare prof...
Seeking Alternate Bi-polar Medication and Advice...
Also, there is a nutritional supplement called Reliv that has apparently done wonders for kids, teens, adults with bipolar disorder, ADD, ...
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- Hi A., I am sorry to hear about the struggles you and your son are having. I'm not exactly sure what answers you are looking for, but my 6 year old son has been on D...
- Go seek another opinion from someone who specializes in pediatric bipolar issues. Trust your instincts and always keep the doctors on their toes! Keep in mind, these...
- I'm bipolar/ADD and I did ALOT of research. One of the best books that I found was Delivered from Distraction by Drs. Ratey and Hallowell. There is a medication call...
Adhd
ADD and ADHD children and adults are often VERY intelligent. My son especially struggles in school because of bordom. Putting him in resource classes made ...
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- Hi S., You are not a horrible person because you gave you son medication! When my son was 1 1/2 yrs old I knew something was a little bit different about him. He di...
- Hi S. my name is D. and I have a 3yr old who is on meds please don't feel bad about it if it calms him down enough to concentrate and learn then its worth it. Also ta...
- My husband (39) had ADHD as a child (back before it was so commonly diagnosed) and still as ADD as an adult (he said the hyperactive part went away when he hit puberty...
Child with ADD?
Also I'm not one for medication for add for such a young age. My parents put me on it when I was a child and I think it has affected me as an adult. ...
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- you just described my daughter. we have tried everything with her and shes still aggressive talks dirty and just doesnt listen! we are having her tested for adhd soon ...
- Hello K., I have heard that vitamins and a healthy diet help tremendously with ADD/ADHD. I have some information that I can e-mail you on that if you are interested. ...
- Video games and TV contribute big time to ADD and ADHD behavior. Sitting still for either one is because the screen changes constantly (every four seconds on average ...
The School Says My 6 Yr Old Has A.D.D. Not the Hyperactivity Type
But I held on to the information,because I feel like I am an adult with ADD that has never been diagnosed. I hope this place can help you. ...
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- Legally, I don't believe she is allowed to actually say that. I am a teacher and I can hint at the fact that a child has issues focusing and attributes suggesting it b...
- I don't want to take away from whatever experience this teacher has, but not all teachers are right whether they like it or not. She's not a licensed physician and if ...
- Hi S. I would suggest calling dr miles at progressive pediatircs on beach and parental home road. ###-###-#### Both are female Pediatricians who also practice homeopa...
Mom Seeking Advise on ADD or ADHD School Is Claiming Child Has Symptoms
The biggest sign I notice right away at home with kids/adults with ADD/ADHD is lack to sit and do something like watch tv, or play a board game etc. ...
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- DO NOT JUMP THE GUN. Many schools are reacting to this diagnosis. Your son sounds normal to me. My own 2nd grader has had problems with the exact same thing this year....
- Number one that counselor was out of line telling you he needs to be on medication. Only a Dr. can do that. We had a child with ADD and the medication made an incred...
- Hi P., I am going thru the same thing with my 8 yr old. I do have a 15 yr old with ADHD so I know the symptoms and do not see it in my 8 yr old. I just took him to th...
Help! My 9-Month-old Won't Eat . . .
You can try chunks of well drained tuna with no mayo or other stuff added - kids will sometimes eat tuna if you don't add the things adults like, ...
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- Do you eat with him? sometimes little ones like to eat what their parents are eating! It might help. Does he know you are aggravated? Just keep offering the food and h...
- My husband gave our son a spoon so he could "feed himself". I was doubtful, but when he had the utensils he was much more interested in what was going on. I of cours...
- Hi J., This too shall pass. In the meantime, enjoy your mealtime as a social time together. Put out a small amount of finger food and pureed as well, and if he eats...
Your Favorite Slow Cooker Recipe
Put some chicken breasts in the crock pot (I used two to feed 3 kids and two adults). Add a can of condensed cheddar cheese soup (two cans for 4 or more ...
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- Any chili recipe is great in it too. I usually pair mine with cornbread.
- OK this is a big coincidence I'm using my slow cooker right now to make a delicious beef stew so I have my recipe in hand. here you go, I hope you like it. Ingredie...
- I have 2 cookbooks that I use: Fix-It and Forget-It Cookbook, and Fix-It and Forget-It Lightly . I LOVE my slowcooker and use it at least 3 times a week. It's a hug...
