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Help with Positive Activities
One of the kids is Hyperactive, and can be and has been a struggle for me to .... I know that helps some Hyper Active kids a lot. If you have something like ...
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- Hi S., Welcome to the wonderful world of "blended" families! I don't gather that you two live together but are around the kids a lot anyway. I am marrying a wonderfu...
- I could go on and on about this for ever so I'll try and keep it short. :) It can tuff in "step-parent" situations from both sides (I am one and I have step paren...
- Hi S.. How frustrating for both you and his father. Maybe even for the 7 year old who doesn't really know what to do??? I have used Essential Oils for many things t...
Short Attention Span
What are you wanting to do about the hyperactivity? He is 5 - 5 year olds have a lot of energy .... Just Informed My Son Is "Hyperactive" or "High Energy" ...
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- Hi! My name is J.. Have you ever read the book or audio book raising boys? I have the audio book in my car and it helps you understand how boys are different from girl...
- Hi M., It sounds like your son might be bored in school. If he's getting his work done and wondering around, maybe you could talk to the teacher about getting him ...
- My son did the same thing Kindergarten & 1st grade. Then, in the 2nd grade he got the most wonderful teacher, in the world. She is very sturn and we have worked toge...
Strattera or Adderal
We tried Concerta, Strattera and Adderall and Adderal ended up working for my son, who is not hyperactive. He does very well on it. ...
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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...
How to Deal with Son Who May Have ADHD
I have found the BookAllergies & the HyperActive Child by Doris J Rapp MD at Amazon and you can google her. If you want to know the products I used send me ...
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- Make sure you have an outstanding pediatrician and consider food allergy testing. Food allergies can lead to severe erratic behavior. Don't self diagnose your child!
- Nikki C's Advice is fantastic. Scroll down and check it out.
- Have you tried getting him evaluated for Sensory Integration Issues by an Occupational Therapist? I have a friend whose 7-year-old was diagnosed as having ADHD, but wh...
My 4 Year Old Son Can't Focus
Coffee seems to have the adverse reaction for someone who is hyperactive and .... I'm a single mom of a hyperactive 3 year old, and she's a bundle of fun, ...
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- My 5-year old daughter is the same! It drives me crazy!!!! So I know where you're coming from... I personally dont know what to do, so if you find good advice let me k...
- Have you taken him to his pediatrician? Has the doctor looked at him and diagnosed him? I have a suspicion; however, am not qualified to diagnose, hence, suggest stron...
- Have you discussed this with your son's pediatrician? It sounds like you'd be best getting a professional evaluation of your son's development and their recommendation...
A.d.d.??
But please note - I cannot stand that this term or diagnosis is so overused in children just because they may be energetic or a little hyperactive. ...
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- From the answers you have received, you have gotten some really good advice. I have to agree that you should probably hold off on any testing as toddlers do go throug...
- Before my son was diagnosed, my husband had been reading a book on ADD, because he thought he had it himself. He does and so do I. Neither of us "treat" ours, but afte...
- I dont have a child who is ADD, however I do have it, but it was mild enough to not have to treat. I would just wait until he gets into school before worrying about i...
Advise on ADHD?
My 9 year old is hyperactive, I won't lie, but He has the ability to focus if he wants. Like he plays hockey and he can stand in a net for almost a hour and ...
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- Hi J., I know this is a late reply, but I had saved your post in my inbox intending to reply sooner. I just perused the responses you've received and don't believe a...
- Hi J.! I know someone has already refered you to Dr. Tanya Hudson, and I second that. She is a wonderful and talented naturopathic doctor and has great knowledge o...
- Goodness I had to check the name because that could be me. My son has the same thing. His teacher, His dr. as suggested ADHD, and he has some sensory issues. His DR. t...
Water Pills
I did and found out that after my last pregnancy I developed Hyperactive ... Many people who have hyperactive thyroid usually loose the weight for some like ...
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- Funny, but I was thinking you should have your thyroid checked as well. Sounds like a lot of the symptoms my mom experienced. She takes medication that makes everyth...
- Hi There, You need to go and get a physical and have your Thyroid levels checked. The thyroid gland is key in your metabolism and if your levels are too low you may h...
- I've honestly never heard of taking water pills. I'd try to drink lots of water, make sure you are eating right and taking a multivitamin. Try to get outdoors with y...
Grades, Classwork and Homework in General - 7Th Grade
Just so you know not all ADD is hyperactive. There are different variations ( types) of ADD. After my girls were diagnosed and put on the correct medications ...
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- After begging and pleading with the school system, they finally tested my son in his 4th year of school...which meant that remedial efforts couldn't be started until h...
- my 7th grader is my oldest of 4, so we weren't sure if it was the age or the kid. my only daughter is in 5th grade and has always done really good in school. but my ...
- Have you looked into ADD? I know it seems to be the thing that all doctors are looking at now. But both of my daughters were diaganosed in elementary school. My old...
Son - Scores Very High on IQ, but Can't Concentrate at School
The man at the time told me that he was gifted, but that he couldn't sit still during the testing, so that he was probably hyperactive as well. ...
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- I had some of the same problems w/my girls 7&8,more in my 7yr.old.I read an article about food additives and dyes in our food,I started feeding them organic,natural fo...
- D., I don't know if this would be of any help. My daughter is only 2, but I can speak from mine & my husband's experience. He just may not be challanged enough. ...
- I would have him tested for ADD. My son is is ADHD he is a very smart kid! He has a hard time with writing also! It's due to his mind going faster than his hand can ri...
