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Puberty Starting? How to Deal with Mood Swings?
Asked by D.M. from Boston
on August 7, 2007
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My daughter just turned 8 in July. This spring she was tested and diagnosed with ADHD and "executive functioning issues". She's also a very big kid for her age - her...
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- Hello, my daughter just turned 9 and she is starting puberty early as well.. She has been wearing a bra for over a year. Just a kids sport type. She likes it. But s...
- Everybody starts puberty a little differently. Medication?! Wow, people suggests meds for everything. And growing up is a part of life. I hope you didn't medicate her ...
- Hi D., Have you tried nutritional supplements? I know that puberty can start realy early or be realy late (my sister was 15) but I think no mater what age you are, th...
Seeking Advise/support Groups/stressed Child...
Asked by K.F. from Denver
on August 16, 2008
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My situation is very difficult. I have been going through a stressful divorce (redundant)for 19 months with my two young sons, 4 and 5 years old. My oldest is experi...
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- I have no answers as I am in a simular situation. But just keep on focusing on your children, document everything, on a calender every day, it will help you see patt...
- Sounds like a very challenging situation. Have you thought about consulting with a mediator. Steven Wolhandler is phenomenal at what he does. He's in Boulder; you m...
- I'm sorry that I don't have any useful advice for you... it sounds like you're making some good decisions & figuring out ways to help your boys adjust. I hope that the...
Behavioral Issues
Asked by N.R. from Dallas
on July 1, 2008
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I have a 6 year old son who was in speech therapy in Kindergarten. He gets agitated in large groups and is now on his last leg in this child care program I have him e...
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- Good luck N.- I know it isnt easy and you are very lucky to have a supportive family. Maybe he just needs some mom time - alone with you for a while- to jolt him back ...
- I agree about looking into sensory issues as well. You might consider looking at his diet also. The Feingold diet helps some ADD and ADHD kids. Gluten (wheat) and c...
- It sounds like your son is acting out as a way of releasing his anger/tension/anxiety. ECI won't do anything, its for ages up to three years. Is the play therapy done ...
Please Help!
Asked by N.H. from Dallas
on March 12, 2008
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Ok moms! I need help! My 4 year old has had a VERY stressful past few months. 3 things have happened that have totally changed him. I had twins 6 months ago, and I...
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- N., Please, let me say first that I am so sorry to hear about what you and Brayden have gone thru the past year!! Second, I would HIGHLY encourage you to find a QU...
- I am so sorry to hear about all your hardships. You and your little ones are in my thoughts and prayers. I am in the Keller/Fort Worth area so if you need any kind o...
- The University of North Texas may have some options - http://www.coe.unt.edu/cpt/ Good luck - I'm sorry to hear that you and your family have had some rough times, an...
Play Therapy
Asked by C.A. from Dallas
on November 8, 2007
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Hi Moms,
I'm having some trouble dealing with certain issues with my 2 1/2 year old son. I'm looking into play therapy, but the therapists that have been recommend...
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- My daughters go to preschool at UNT, and they do seem to specialize in play therapy there. In fact, it seems like every year they offer a free course to parents to le...
- hi I'm also looking for a play therapist and i saw the website www.a4pt.org. Under their Directories you could find play therapist in different areas. Goodluck and...
- A long time ago I heard there was a play therapy clinic at UNT in Denton. I never used them, nor do I know of anyone who has. I don't even know if it's still there, bu...
3 1/2 Year Old Grandson with ADHD and ODD
Asked by D.H. from Houston
on June 22, 2009
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My 3 1/2 year old grandson has been diagnosed with ADHD and ODD. I am needing resources to learn more about these conditions. He has been put on Daytrana 10mg patch, ...
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- Your local library should have a lot of books on ADHD. Hallowell did "Driven to Distraction", and "Delivered from Distraction", and they might interest you. For discip...
- Here is a great resource for you identifying the symptoms of different psychiatric issues in children http://www.aacap.org/cs/root/facts_for_families/facts_for_fami...
- No advice in this area just a bless your heart and my prayers for God's guidance and wisdom as you deal with the special needs of this child. Everybody should have a ...
Play Therapy
Asked by M.S. from Dallas
on August 10, 2008
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My son was retained in the 2nd grade and he's a BIG kid. I need to get him into some play therapy for his aggression.
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- Call the Fort Worth Parenting Guidance Center. They are a great resource for all kinds of issues with children. They are located off University and 6th Street in Fort ...
- The Fourth Street Project in Arlington has groups for just this purpose, along with children's groups for other needs.
- I'm not sure where you live, but I know a wonderful Psychologist who specializes in play therapy. She is in Arlington so if you are interested please let me know. She ...
Looking for Info on Gluten and Casein Free Diets for Child with Autism
Asked by J.P. from Springfield
on March 2, 2008
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My 5 yr old duaghter Anastasia was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, which is a form of Autism. She was put on her medication before the actual diagnosis because she...
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- Hi J., I have a 6 year daughter who has Celiac Disease (which means a gluten free diet). I received a book when she was first diagnosed with it from a dietician. ...
- You will find a ton of these specialty foods at Whole Foods in Brentwood, as well as Wild Oats in U City (on Ladue Road just east of I-70). Also, check out Amazon for...
- I know this might sound silly but there is an all herbal drink called Limu. I was not a believer in it until my mom had a lady at work who had tried everything for he...
Separation Anxiety
Asked by M.O. from New York
on July 7, 2008
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My 5 1/2 year old daughter suffers from separation anxiety, she gets sick and shaky, even panics at times. what can I do she goes to play therapy 1X weekly.
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- At that age, I would worry that something had happened to her while she was seperated from you, since she is well past the point of being able to know that you will be...
- hi! my youngest, who is now 16 yrs old had SEVERE separation anxiety! It's usually more common in boys in boys than girls! Is she in a public school enviroment??? My...
- First, what is play therapy? Is she getting anxious when she goes there? Are there kids in the neighborhood? I have a large age difference between my kids as well. Wou...
