Bi-polar

My son is now 15 years old. Of course he was diagnosed at the age of 4 with ADD/ADHD and OCD. Never diagnosed with Bi-Polar at that time. My son had been in many different schools as well as Daycares because of his behavior. I never wanted to put him on meds becuase I didn't want him looking like a zombie. Because of the ignorance that I did not putting him on meds, my son got into things that I couldn't control and getting into ALOT of truoble. Well of course 11 years later he was dianosed with BI-Polar so I started him on meds. Now becuase of my ignorance back then my son is doing time in a juvenile facility for 1 year.
My suggestion get him on meds immediately. My son is now on Clonodine. I know it's scary, but do yourself a favor. I wish when my son was younger I would of done it.
About your question, You call Social Security and depending on how much money total monthly income is, He can receive SSI. I made too much money to take advantage of that. GOOD LUCK!!!

T.,

What part of the valley are you in? I live close to Metro mall area and I have a support coordinator who is right around the corner from me. Has your son been to any pre-schools other than your daycare? There are wonderful special needs preschools that he can get into before he starts Kindergarten. There are also wonderful summer day programs (paid by the state) that help when school is out. The time is now to start looking for those too. Which doctor diagnosed your son, he should be able to get you plugged into the right outlets. The state provides many services like respite and habilitation which are sanity savers! If you have any other questions, feel free to email me. God Bless you!

Hi T.;

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Bi polar is like depression but a little diff have you check with his school they may be able to help or which state are you in? My son has epilespy and goes to school in AZ for free but I can try to help you if you let me know what state you are in.

My brother was diagnosed as bi-polar about two years ago, so I have done much research on the topic. I find it difficult to believe they can diagnose someone so young with this. I would seek a second opinion.

Hi, T.. I'm sorry you're having such a rough time with your son. I had my 6-year-old son tested for ODD myself, and so I know a little bit about those kinds of behavioral disorders. I am also bipolar and have anxiety issues and I am currently receiving disability benefits for those. I don't know if the state would grant benefits for a child with the condition, but it certainly would be worth a try.

Please feel free to send me a message if you have questions about details or need someone to talk to. Blessings to you and your family.

~ R.