Adhd

[KristenFNJ]

alicia080979, it is so great what you are doing for your DS. From personal experience, I know it is never too late for an evaluation and diagnosis for ADHD. My oldest DD was diagnosed with ADHD and ODD almost a year ago and while it hasn't been a cakewalk, things are much improved from this time last July. As we walked through the process of understanding the disorder, DH began to notice similar symptoms in himself and remembered similar behaviors from his own childhood. He decided to talk to a professional and just a few months ago was diagnosed with Adult ADHD. He's in his 40's. Since going on medication, everything has improved: his work performance, his relationships with friends and family, even his enjoyment of life. Treatment with medication has been a very positive experience for us. Good luck to you and your DS - I'll keep a good thought for you.

That was me! I was diagnosed after the first of my boys was diagnosed. I started reading and researching and saw some info on parenting for ADHD, WITH ADHD, and all the bells and whistles went off. I was a ripe old 38. Indeed, it's never too late!!!

Alicia, I'm so sorry to hear that you get to deal with PCOS on top of it all!!! Ugh. I hope that somehow, something manages to help!!!

 

[momto3jboys]

My son did amazing on Vyvanse. I've never known anyone that became violent on it & I deal with ADHD kids all the time

My son's pediatrician will not prescribe Vyvanse to boys because of the anger issues associated with it.

To the OP, I agree with some of the other posters. We have IPods to use while in line and a game plan for the day. My son also helps with all the planning so he chooses what is most important to him to accomplish each day.