ADHD / ADD Support Group
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) are more common than you might think. It is a syndrome that exhibits symptoms such as hyperactivity, forgetfulness, mood shifts, poor impulse control, and distractibility. Join others who suffer from these conditions and share your experiences.
have just picked my nearly 6yr old boy up from school,and this gone majorly down hill since.kicked off in the playground because one of his friends couldnt come over.tried hitting me,kicked the car.i've done nothing but cry since he came back.now just as quickly he's all sweetness and light.just dont know how to deal with the violent/emotional outbursts at the moment.no-one else but me here.
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I've been there. The best thing is not to hold it against the child. (that is a hard thing to do as they really tick you off at times) All we can do is discipline in love (I know they don't respond at all at times but do it anyway they will get the message), show them you care, move on, the meds may need adjusted. My son has violent outbursts when something is going on between him and friends or when his medicine needs adjusted. Did his friend say something mean? I have to run friend interferrance frequently. It helps. I pray alot now instead of cry. When it is a really bad day, I will still bawl and then move on.
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Thanks smileymom.Try my hardest not to get angry but today just isnt that day.Unfortunately dont even have a diagnosis for my son never mind meds.Have been stamping my feet and shouting a lot for the past couple of years but no-ones listening.Its just amazing how quickly it changes.no-one said anything nasty it was just he wasnt getting his own way.Just nice to know that there are others out there who know what i'm going through and i'm not just an ineffectual mum.thanks
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It sounds like either he's on the wrong meds or he's not on a high enough dose. Have you tried a gluten and casein free diet? I've heard success stories about that.
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Unfortunately he is so young that i cant even get a diagnosis never mind any medication.Seeing his paediatrician on monday.everyone keep their finger crossed
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I have been through this problem and have found that if you set limits and put him in his room they will straighten up. My son is 14 and we have put him in soccer and other things to keep him occupied and spanked that bottom when he got out of hand. It is a hard path and know how you feel. Yes meds can be off but also remeber if he thinks he can get away with it he will do it. My sons doctor showed me what to do and since then it has worked just have to find you way. Also you sometimes need a break because you will get agravated snd do things that you dont want to do. On days when my son is like that I send him to his room we take 10 minutes to think about it and then talk that really works. Also do a behaiver chart let him know what he can earn for being have.
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I have tried alot of behavioral consequences with my gson, almost 6. The best things are the 1-2-3 magic( you can look that up on the net)and taking away video games on the days the really acts up. Hang in there. I have days like that too.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
