ADHD - People Who Are Caregivers

Jessica

posted 11/21/2008, comments (6)

Single Mom Dealing with ADHD Daughter

My daughter was diagnosed near the end of kindergarten with ADHD. I actually had to fight the school system to have her tested. Small town schools have small classrooms and supposedly your children are getting extra personal care. You are also dealing with closed minds and have a hard time getting any respect as a single... Read more Chevron

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Ruthie G

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Our son has ADHD

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posted 11/20/2008, comments (0)

Update on my son, his meds, the school..

Thanks to all of you who took the time to post a comment on my last SharePost; School Conferences!! I do believe in all children/people with this disorder ADD/ADHD. They are so much smarter than we could even possibly begin to imagine and I, for one, am TIRED of others, teachers especially, calling my son lazy, etc... We met with my... Read more Chevron

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victoriahope

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My 11 year old son has ADHD/impulsive behaviour/odd

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posted 11/19/2008, comments (6)

A mom coping with sons Adhd

I am so glad that I finally can put a name to my sons behavior. Boy was it a challenge before the diagnose. My son is 11 and he really doesn't understands what's going on. I try to explain the best way I can. It's really hard when you have a step daughter that is mature for her age, She is also 11. she gets straight A's. and plus my husband is not... Read more Chevron

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Nanny01

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posted 10/31/2008, comments (4)

Wonder if 10 year old boy has ADHD Out of Control

I am a nanny for a family and have been with them for two years. During this time, I have gotten to know the children very well. The boy, who is ten, has out of control behaviour that really bothers me. I wonder if he has ADHD or ADD. He started getting suspended from school at 7 years old. He is 40 lbs overweight and parents have... Read more Chevron

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janiedixon

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posted 10/23/2008, comments (0)

My 9 year old ADHD son is so smart

My son is 9 with ADHD he is so bright and outgoing. He has trouble staying on task unless he is very interested or totally busy with the project. Is this normal?

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