13 year old son - ADHD

[uoduckfan]

We are just so happy this week!  I have a 13 yo son who was  dx with ADHD at age 7 and on meds for many years.  Just this week he asked if he could cut down on the medications he takes and see how does.  Well... I have to say it is going great!  Before, he was such a quiet home body and not wanting to be around other kids his age.  Said they made him nervous.  This week, he has had a  friend over, has gone to another friends house and was happy to get up and get on the bus for snowboarding lessons.  He even attended a school function with two buddies and had a really great time!  (this never happened before.. NEVER)  Really, I cannot describe the change we;ve seen.  Also, the school has not seen any inattention or behavioral problems. No school performance problems to note yet either.

I'm wondering if maybe we have been over medicating him this whole time?   or if he has just now is maturing so that he can manage himself better.  

Either way, his dad and I are happy to see an outgoing boy this week AND happy that not so much medication is going in him.

Will see what next week brings.. lol  (could all change again..right? )

 

[CloudWeaver]

Jan. 23, 2010 at 11:13 AM

Great to hear! I know of a personal friend who couldnt afford her son's meds. Long story! Well a the doctor told her to give him straight up black coffee first thing in the morning. He is now a coffee addict but off his meds completely. Just a thought! Tell your son I am proud of him. He can whatever he sets his mind too. Dont listen to no one but Mom and Dad for they have his best interests at heart.

Way  to go!

Have a great day!:)

[uoduckfan]

Jan. 23, 2010 at 11:16 AM

Funny!  I gave him a cafe latte today too!  :) Thanks for the encourging comments.  You have a fantastic day, too!

(Original Poster)