I am the mother of an 11 yo girl with ADHD. The following is a "lighthearted" look at some valuable lessons I've learned over the years which may be helpful to...
Hi all, well I wanted to report that when I went for my physical yesterday, I spoke with my MD about going on a med for ADD. He and I talked at length, and...
LOL-Oh can I identify. In Kelly's mind, everything in front of her is Mt. Everest and she has to climb it. Door frames, couches, chairs and tables. Showers...
If your feelings are like mine, a little while after you take it you will feel a short period of euphoria or dizziness just for a few seconds. Then you'll not...
Hi, I can totally relate. My son is 4 and I cannot take a shower. If I leave the room something will be broken and my 2 year old will get the butt of it. ...
Well yesterday was the 3rd day my son Garret was on his Concerta 18mg. Garret was assigned to a TSS in school about 3 days ago and both my husband and I...
Hey Ken, Was thinking about you the other day...here's why...my ex-husband has denied from the start that either of our sons are ADHD and that his own problems...
Hi Michaelanne--get to a dr, and see about meds for yourself. I just started today on ritilin...I find myself taking things a bit slower, and not rushing. I...
I think that's the key- you have to do what works for your family. In addition, I think as long as the children are earning the money, it doesn't "spoil"...
Can i get a chip chart as well? I read all the posts and sometimes post myself. My 7 year old did great this summer with all those chores but now they are...
Hello everyone, I don't know where to start... I have hundreds of things I could blurt out! This is somewhat long, I tried to keep it brief. I have two son's,...
Welcome Kevin! LOL, I was nodding my head to everything you wrote. ADHD's always have 500 projects going on!! Have you checked out your son to make sure he...
You need to get the whole family diagnosed soon. Your son with the stress/stomach issues might be suffering from anixiety which is often comorbid with ADHD....
Wow Ken, Would you mind if I copied this post and used it for another forum as an example. You did a great job of describing someone that definitely should ...
Does anyone out there have children with adhd that have difficulty getting to sleep at night? Are they on meds for it? What type? Any other suggestions? I have...
Hi to all the members of the group, Iam Akila,Speech therapist in chennai(India).I run a school for the ADHD children .There are 25 children studying in my...
I don't like the idea that your doc placed your son on Clonidine because it did damage to my deceased husband. However, you could give both of your sons a cup...
I need to get everyone's input concerning my 11 year old daughter. She was diagnosed a year ago at school with ADHD. She does not possess any of the positive...
You have my permission. Ken LHillger <lhillger@...> wrote: Wow Ken, Would you mind if I copied this post and used it for another forum as an example....
You have my permission. Ken LHillger <lhillger@...> wrote: Wow Ken, Would you mind if I copied this post and used it for another forum as an example....
Speak to your Dr. but you might try benadryl (color free), dramamine or melatonin about an hour before bedtime. All are purchased over the counter. Ken ...
Listen to the Psychiatrist and see if he wants her to have a test. don't call ADHD a disease, it is not a disease it is a neuroligical disorder. Ken Wanda...
Have you tested her for allergies? Airborne and food? This could all be allergies. As far as the Eczema goes. Eczema is a reaction to an allergy. Have you...
Thanks Amy, That used to work with my older daughter (now 14) who was ODD, now possibly ADD too. I agree with you re motivation. I am now holding Nintendo 64...
Hi Jenn If possible could you please send me a copy of your "Chip Chart" It really sounds like a great idea! Here's my email address LilKim202@.... ...
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