How do you........

[PatriciaH]

My mother just told me the other day that she does not believe in homework. I am 39 and my sister is 29 but we always did ours for the most part. It is disgusting how kids go to school for 7/8 hours and then are expected to do hours of homework. I agree with her. Do/learn what you need to do in school and then let them have their free time at home! The books they carry would break an adults back.

 

[disneycruising]

Sounds exactly like my DS. Google "inattentive ADD" and see if you recognize your son in the traits.

My DD too! She is 16 now. She was dignoised at 12 or 13 with inattentive ADD. We put her on Adderall and she is so much better.

 

[shrubber]

Wow! I'd never even heard of this. Thanks!

SYMPTOMS

• Easily distracted

• Difficulty with sustaining attention span for most tasks

• Trouble listening when others are talking

• Procrastination

• Trouble keeping an organized area (room, desk, book bag, locker, etc.)

• Frequently late or hurried

• Tendency to loose things

• Poor attention to detail; makes careless mistakes

• Forgetful

• Daydreams excessively

• Complains of being bored

• Appears apathetic or unmotivated

• Is tired, sluggish or slow-moving

• Is spacey or seems preoccupied


He exhibits at least 11 of those characteristics. Can you please tell me what steps/actions you have taken. Did you bring this up with your pediatrician and go from there?

Thanks!
Cristy

Those are symptoms of being a 12 yr old boy, not some disorder.