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N.Y.bride Posted: Jul 11, 2006 12:05 PM

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hmpena Posted: Jul 11, 2006 12:29 PM

Re: Back from doctor with Gabe

A psychologist won't be able to prescribe medications. Only a psychiatrist can. Strattera is a stimulant that is primarily used to treat ADD/ADHD. Was he diagnosed with either of these?

N.Y.bride Posted: Jul 11, 2006 12:43 PM

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hmpena Posted: Jul 11, 2006 12:49 PM

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Yes, you're right... it's a nonstimulant... sorry I was eating when I typed it. It's a well used drug... some of the psychiatrists I work with prescribe it for the kids. I suggest seeing a child psychiatrist regularly for prescriptions.

N.Y.bride Posted: Jul 11, 2006 12:50 PM

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JandJ1224 Posted: Jul 11, 2006 02:16 PM

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You should also look into a nutritionist, sometimes a childs diet can cause a misdiagnosis of ADHD. Just something to look into before putting him on meds

Blu-ize Posted: Jul 11, 2006 02:24 PM

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Amy-make sure if you are going to put him on meds to get him to a doctor regularly for monitoring. A therapist/behavioralist is probably right. Do not just keep him on meds w/o him seeing a doctor on a regular basis.

shamrock12472 Posted: Jul 11, 2006 03:14 PM

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Posted by JandJ1224

You should also look into a nutritionist, sometimes a childs diet can cause a misdiagnosis of ADHD. Just something to look into before putting him on meds

I was just about to type this. I have seen a lot of success with diet techiniques when I worked with foster children diagnosed with ADD/ADHD. A behaviorist can also help you to communicate better with Gabe but giving you some things to try.

Goldi1021 Posted: Jul 11, 2006 04:59 PM

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I have to compliment you on how brave you are. All too often I see parents in despair about what to do with their children in sitations like these. It is great that you are asking questions and starting to get some answers. I agree with asking about diet, but I would also continue monitoring Gabe's behaviors and communications through psychiatrists/behaviorists.

N.Y.bride Posted: Jul 11, 2006 05:43 PM

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MissMelissa Posted: Jul 11, 2006 06:25 PM

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stay away from red dye 40, it is in soo much and it is so bad for kids,my cousin took it out of her sons diet and it changed his attitude immensely

StreetDoc6531 Posted: Jul 11, 2006 08:38 PM

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Im glad you are finally getting some answers and solutions. I agree with the other girls. Try and regulate his diet. I see you've already started but hang in there. It takes time for the body to get adjusted.

NY55angel Posted: Jul 11, 2006 09:49 PM

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when my brother was little my mom cut down his dairy, and cut out the bleached flour and pasta and things like that. It helped out. Just make sure he gets his calcium somewhere else! and stick with it.

Also, try giving him 'Berry Keen' ( I think it's now called Children's DHA) It is make by Nordic Naturals, and they sell it at Whole Foods and I think GNC too. It is a combination of Omega 3 & 9. I have been giving it to my daughter for a while now. I feel that since she has started taking it that her consintration levels have gone up, amongst other things. It can't hurt, and Omega 3-6-9 are things that a body needs anyway. It might be worth a shot.

here's the website . . . children's DHA

HTH, Good Luck ! ! !