Child with ADHD?

Question

My son is 11 and he is ADHD He has been on medication since age 6, this summer he came to me and begged me to take him off it because he didnt like the way it made him feel, so we went to the doctor and he is off it, I personaly have had no problems with his behaivor and does all I ask of him, Well in school its seems to be a whole new ball game His teacher even made a comment "if you were on your meds we wouldnt have problems" I dont want my child back on meds but are there any natural or herbal things he can take that may help him focus more in the class other then giving him narcotics which thats what alot of that medication is? All advice will help thank you

His teacher seems to want him drugged up so he is easier to handle but I dont want my child drugged up I want to help him in other ways

Answer 1

my sisters kids were all on some type of drug to keep them clam i just think back in the day when your kid couldnt sit still that just meant he was bad now and days the kids of this time are so drugged up its sad one of her kids tried to get off the meds and let me tell you it was like he was having withdrawls from the meds he was so sick and throwing up i felt bad for him but let me tell you its just like you said that school wants him to be drugged up for them to deal with him...i also say this what the hell are they there for if they cannot deal with a child that requires more attetion than the other kids

Answer 2

I don't know if you are where you listen to Dr. Laura? I've also been worrying about my son.. he's only 4 years old and is starting headstart. He's a great kid and listens well untill he gets into a classroom situation.. at Sunday School and am worried that he may be diagnosed with ADHD. I'm thinking of homeschooling if the classroom situation gets difficult. I think you should go with your gut feeling and keep your son off the meds.. he is more important and your responsibility not the teachers.. anyways have you considered homeschooling? I am.. because I heard that it is better for boys especially if they are diagnosed ADHD? They get one on one attention, as well they don't have to sit as long to learn the same amount of time.. there is a lot of "unnecessary busy work" in the public school system and things can be learned in less amount of hours per day if the learning was more focused. Also he's probably just being a boy.. not being a bad kid, they are active and restless and they don't sit for long hours as well as girls do, which is what the school system is set up for. His learning style just may not be suited for the public school system.

Answer 3

Keeping his attention and keeping him focused is harder for the teacher because she's most likely accustomed to teaching little drugged up zombies...you should have her reprimanded for her comment! It is easier in the classroom for him to become distracted because there is more input there to distract him. Stick to your guns and don't put him back on drugs. He has to develop the skills he needs to stay focused and keep his mind from wandering and he can't do that if he's in a drug induced cloud. If his teacher is too lazy to focus on him and give him the little bit of patience and extra attention he requires then I suggest that you find him an after school tutor to assist him in learning what the teacher fails to teach him. Geeze and they're always crying about wanting more money...how about they start earning what they're already being paid. I know there are some parents out there who let the teachers raise their children, but there are many of us out here who actually take an active and productive role in the raising of our children and would like the teachers to do their jobs and stop over-medicating and sedating our kids just so the teacher can have a less hectic day. If she can't do the job, many tax-payers and parents would love to fill her position with someone who can!

Answer 4

I work in the residential treatment industry, and I have parents tell me these kinds of stories daily. You are to be GREATLY admired for your stand against medication. You have seen, I'm sure, repeated stories about side-effects, and that is a very real concern for parents. Something I think you should check out: I saw Dr. Frank Lawlis on "Dr. Phil" several months ago. He has written a book called "The ADD Answer". He pretty much doesn't believe in the diagnosis but points to two big problems with these kids: sleep deprivation and poor nutrition. I think if you get hold that book, it's going to shed a lot of light on the problem. You're more than welcome to call for further information if I can help you. The toll-free number is 800-675-8101. And, good luck!

Answer 5

my son too is adhd- i would talk to the teacher and let her know how unprofessional her comments are and suggest moving him to another teacher and see how that works out