Amy Yasko
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My 2 1/2 Year Old Was Just Diagnosed with PDD/NOS and Static Encephalopathy
Asked by T.T. from Dallas
on December 5, 2008
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After a year and a half of searching for a reason why my daughter has delays, motor ticks and sensory dysfunction we have finaly have our diagnosis.
My DD has been ...
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- I am so sorry to hear about your daughter and your husband. Google "Special Care & Career Services," which is a charitable org set up to help families with special ne...
- I am so sorry for what you are going through with your daughter and husband. I also feel if he is not man enough to step up to the plate to his own daughter and you an...
- I don't know about Static Encephalopathy, but I do know about autism because my son has it and autism is very treatable. Early intervention is key to helping your dau...
Seeking Advice from Other Mom's Out There Concerning Rhett Syndrome
Asked by R.T. from Dallas
on September 9, 2008
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My daughter was recently diagnosed with Rhett Syndrome. My husband and I will be going to today to discuss the results with her genetic doctor at Medical City. The ne...
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- R. - My son is five and was diagnosed with a seizure disorder at 10 weeks old. He has lots of medical challenges and requires total full time care. It is hard to...
- www.parentswithpurpose.com You are right to advocate for your daughter. Keep your chin up, this is a difficult challenge but you CAN overcome this.
- My DD has PDD and I have started going to the support meetings in North Richland Hills. Check out this web page for the group http://www.featnt.org/home.php They ...
Screaming Aloud!
Asked by T.W. from Missoula
on May 18, 2007
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My son was just diagnosed with Autism. I have no idea what to do with him!
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- hi T., my advice to you is to start getting him as much therapy as soon as possible! i have a 2 1/2 year old son with autism and he has been in therapy for one year no...
- There is a great group out there called the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. (NAMI) They have a large library that can help you. Join a support group and read e...
- T., First of all do you live here in onaha ne, if you do try the monrore myers institute, they do great things and 2nd of all if you do live here in omaha I have a fr...
Alternative Immunization Schedule - Update/Comment
Asked by D.A. from San Antonio
on September 26, 2006
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Does anyone have a good immunization schedule that they have used or know of one that seems to be a good one to follow? Would like to delay vaccinating my son, but am ...
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- I just saw your question, I know it's old but I thought I would respond anyway. I did not let either one of my children have the Varicella shot. Chicken Pocs can be...
- My first impulse is to ask you why...then, my thoughts are that everyone should take the vaccine regimine seriously...under the guideance of thier pediatrician. My so...
- You are very smart to question the system. I didn't and regretted it. Read a book called Vaccines: Are they really safe and effective? A parent's guide to childhood ...
Son, Age 11 Can't Remember AM Routine
Asked by T.H. from Columbia
on October 18, 2008
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Help moms!! I'm a little stumped. My son is 11 years old and can't remember his morning routine. We always do things in the exact order every morning. wake up, shower,...
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- This is common with children who have ADD or ADHD. Considering the other areas you are working on with him, I would talk to a developmental pediatrian for guidance.
- Hi T., It is awesome that he is doing so well after all his challenges! If he has been getting ready every day by himself for 5 years, what has changed? How long ha...
- Try making a picture list of his am routine. Use a digital camera or polaroid and take pictures of him doing each activity. Tape the pictures in order on the wall som...
Mother-in Law Has a Mental Illness, Need Suggestions!!!
Asked by P.T. from Atlanta
on January 4, 2009
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My mother-in law has schizophrenia and it's been controlled for many years. In the last nine months her conditions has gotten worse. I need advice on what to do. My...
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- Find your local NAMI Chapter to help you. (National Alliance on Mental Illness). The Georgia Advocacy Office can also assist with information. Push for services. Ca...
- Where is your mother in law from? May I suggest you have a family mmeting so the other siblings realize the seroius of the problem both physically and economics....An...
- You can try Classic Community Support in Stone Mountain. They are a residential provider with an array of services and supports. You can reach them at ###-###-#### a...
Immunizations
Asked by B.R. from Seattle
on May 27, 2007
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Hello,
My son has his 2 month well baby visit next week and I am reading up on the immunizations controversies and have become very confused. I want to get my chil...
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- Hi B.. First off, I applaud you for even taking the step of investigating this yourself, as so many parents make these decisions w/o educating themselves at all! My h...
- Hi B., this is a hot topic for lots of parents. From everything I've read there is a lot of scientific data pointing out that vaccines are not necessary and that t...
- Dear B. Just wanted to let you know I was in the same boat, my son is now 14 months old and I myself had a lot of questions. So I did my research and chose to selec...
Please Help W/ Getting off of Effexor( I Added the Rest of the Story)
Asked by S.S. from Dallas
on September 26, 2008
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I am trying to stop taking Effexor 150mg;I have been on this for about 6 months. I have been weaning off of it for about 3-4 weeks, I have to very slowly because of th...
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- Hi S., I'm sorry to hear of how tough this has been for you! I actually used to be a pharmaceutical sales rep & Effexor XR was one of the drugs I sold. It was quite c...
- I take Effexor, and I asked my doctor how anyone gets off of it due to the side effects of stopping it cold turkey. He said that he has had good luck with prescribing...
- Interesting advice and all over the board. I agree with the poster who said doctors don't know enough about medication. In this day you need to do all your own resea...
Tips for Adhd in 7 Year Old
Asked by K.R. from Atlanta
on September 9, 2008
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My seven year old granddaughter has adhd and i would like to hear how other people deal with it. She is having trouble at school-can not focus on anything for a period...
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- My granddaughter has the same and we put her on meds just during school time. It has made all the differences in her and has given her more confidence and she complet...
- I admire you for trying a non-medication route first. My 8 yr. old daughter struggles with ADHD. I have tried the Feingold diet with limited success, but in all fair...
- Good Morning K., It sounds like your Granddaughter has ADHD-Inattentive Type and school must be very frustrating for her. Before she loses her ambition and desire to...
