Single Mother to a 9 year old boy, His teachers, Family Doctor and I are very sure he has ADHD Just waiting for the for the specialist appointment.
While we wait what question and comments should i have for his Teacher?
I am choosing not to use Ritalin, for common reasons.
What are our other choices?
Started omega 3, and am doing research on caffeine.
Thank you
Hi,
The specialist, hopefully, will want your son's teachers to fill out some forms that detail his behaviors and difficulties in school. If that isn't the case, you should ask them what they are observing in class: what his behaviors are and how they impact him academically and socially. Ask them what kind of support they think he needs to be more successful.
If you are in the USA, and if you and the doctor feel your son would benefit from special supports at school, you can request a 504 or IEP. You can read more about that at http://www.healthcentral.com/adhd/c/1443/12027/ieps-section-504s
We have some great information here on alternative treatments for ADHD. Start with expert Eileen Bailey's article at http://www.healthcentral.com/adhd/alternative-treatments-200124-5.html
Terry
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