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Adult Son Who Had Learning Disabilities as a Child Still Struggling as Adult
Asked by J.F. from Memphis
on January 30, 2011
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I have an adult son who is 28 years old. As a child he was diagnosed with; ADD, an Auditory Processing Disorder, Dyslexia and a Memory Disorder. His physical motor s...
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- I agree with Melinda, Because you son is "Mentally Challenged" there should be things out there for him that the state should pay for. He should already be on disabili...
- I think he needs support from other adults in a simmilar situation ... check with your local parks/recreation center to see what groups they work with that have progra...
- in my opinion it is no one elses business if he works or what ever. people can be soooo rude. have you looked into disablatiy for him? i would bet he might be. th...
Where Do I Go for Help W Depression & Alcholism No Health Ins No Support Either.
Asked by M.T. from Boca Raton
on February 28, 2012
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Where do i go or do if i have no health insurance or moral support for my depression & alcoholism? This is a battle I will have to do myself. I have had depression fo...
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- I have worked with many people who are dually diagnosed. I can tell you that asking for help, and admitting you are an alcoholic is the first step. It takes real coura...
- AA is free. The problem is depression is a chemical imbalance. Meds help, and there are some natural things that will boost but not cure the imbalance. Alcohol wi...
- AA is free and everywhere - and is a very good program. Your local health department will have resources available to you. Many cities have non-profit clinics that ...
Moms of Older Children, I Need Help / Advice
Asked by T.L. from Chicago
on April 10, 2008
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Moms of older kids....
I am in a real difficult spot. I need to put my almost-19-yr-old son out of the house. Before I sound like a cruel mother, I'll outline jus...
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- T., Search the NAMI website for your local chapter. They are a tremendous resource when you're looking for options. K
- T., Typically hospitals have social workers to help with different patient cases. I would start there. I would hope they would be able to recommend a place especial...
- Has he been diagnosed with anything? You mentioned medications, but have they labeled him with bipolar or something else? If so, I would look into the diagnosis furt...
Convertible Carseat
Asked by S.P. from Davenport
on April 9, 2010
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As my daughter is approaching 12 months, I am starting to look for a new carseat. I would like to get a convertible carseat, one that can face backward and forward. ...
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- I agree whole-heartedly about the Britax! We love our and my son is still in it at 3 1/2 years, 35 pounds and 43 inches tall. W ewill be moving into the last strap h...
- I am in the same boat thinking about i will buy when she outgrows the carrier. I work at a Rehabilitation hospital and some of the therapists are carseat trained. Th...
- I agree you should avoid the 3-in-1s. We looked all over, and none of them were very nice or comfortable, none of them rated the top in safety, and a booster seat (th...
How Do I Handle Emotions in My Family from My Husbands Stroke?
Asked by E.H. from St. Louis
on March 20, 2008
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My husband is 33 years old, and had a stoke 5 months ago. It has been very tough since then. Our lives have changed alot. We have two children, a 11 yearold and a 9 ye...
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- You may need to seek therapy for your entire family. What has happen is tragic & nothing we could ever prepare for in life but we as women just roll with it good, bad ...
- E., my heart goes out to you and your family. What an unexpected trauma, and a very frightening one. There is an organization in our area with a mission to help the ...
- http://www.ehealthmd.com/library/stroke/stroke_happen.html Have them do reasearch on it make them understand it more, or take them to the library have them find i...
How Can I Help My Sister in Law with Austic Son
Asked by J.P. from Burlington
on April 8, 2008
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my sister in laws son is 3 1/2 and has looked and worked with the state for assistance for him has tried numerios things and they wont help her. Her resources have run...
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- I would recommend getting involved with Department of Mental Retardation. They have a part that is totally for Autistic disorders. Autism, Aspergers...etc. They will...
- if he's over 3 years old, then the local public school system HAS to provide all necessary therapies and accomodations.
- Is she collecting Social Security for him. I only ask, because once he is involved with state funding, she should be able to get more resources. Frist I would go to...
Not Sure What Can Be Done
Asked by K.A. from Boston
on September 28, 2008
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My son was fired from his job, we are both devistated. He is for the most part a great kid. He has alot of learning disabilies which is difficult because he doesn't al...
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- Hi K., Before too much time passes your son SHOULD appeal the firing. If the job is part of a union, he should contact his union representative. If not, he should...
- Hi K., From your posting, I do not know how old your son is or his level of disability. My daughter with Down Syndrome is still in high school, and I really haven't ...
- Hi K., Does the business where your son was working have an HR department or even an HR person? If so, I would recommend calling them and talking to them about what ...
Seeking Help with Back Problem
Asked by E.G. from Chicago
on April 28, 2008
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I am a senior citizen with a back problem that seems to be getting worse. I have had therapy that only works for a short while. I have had injections in my spine tha...
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- It sounds like you have what I have:Spinal Stenosis,a conditioncommon to older people (I'm 76 years old) In short, its a compression of vertabrae in the spine. No one ...
- I too have back trouble and though I'd love a quick fix the best and ongoing support I can give myself is ding Yoga daily. It does not matter what age or agility stand...
- I know two people with success recently at Illinois Spinal and Sports Rehabilitation located at 24024 Brancaster Drive in Naperville with phone number of ###-###-####....
Cheering to Let People die?...new question...Choosing to Let People Die?
Asked by R.S. from San Antonio
on September 16, 2011
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I think you have to look at this from the other end as well...this debate is do we as a society allow people who can't afford health insurance die...but you have to lo...
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- First of all, people don't have to hypothesize about what would happen, because so many countries already do this. They cut medical costs and pay higher taxes, but th...
- Health care rationing is an uncomplicated reality in most advanced nations that offer health care for all citizens. And the citizens of those nations recognize the rea...
- The govt. can't even manage its' already bloated programs...I don't want my health in their hands. The govt. should focus more on letting me keep more of my househ...
Please, Please Help Me . . .
Asked by S.B. from Minneapolis
on February 16, 2011
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My mother called me last night. We are very close and are each other's best friend. She called to tell me she has breast cancer. She has known for 5 days. She is m...
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- Please, please know that you have people who are here for you. If you have a girlfriend you can talk to, call her. That's why we have friends. You can message me if...
- No advice that wouldn't be repeating what these other wonderful moms said..... Just sending you strength and clarity of a thousand Determined Women! :)
- I am sorry all of this is happening to your family. I would be completely freaked out too. First of all calm yourself and know that todays medical treatments are a...
