My child is gifted and ADHD. He is one grade ahead in school and is enrolled in college prep school. Because of ADHD, he doesn't do all his work, which keeps his grades down. He takes ADHD medication, is involved in therapy for depression ( which he has always had in some form or other) and plays soccer. He could qualify for disability but i have resisted it because i don't want it to trip him up in the future. I have avoided IEP for same reason. Is there anything more i can do for this child? Wisdom appreciated!
2006-10-04 06:34:30 · 4 answers · asked by kimandchris2 5 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
Clarification: We tried everything before medication.. he truly needs it to function in school or else he is like a motor that doesn't shut off. The benefits have definitely outweighed the risks and this medication isn't worth going through the trouble to get unless absolutely necessary. His current school meets his academic needs.
2006-10-04 07:28:26 · update #1
Giftedness is a disability in some states. The reason giftedness can be considered a disability should be apparent to you as you deal with the issues every day. Should you label your child gifted? You have to decide if the advantages outweigh the disadvantages. You need to gather as much information as possible to make this decision.
Looking at the bell curve, gifted people are as far off of the "norm" as the severely retarded. Giftedness often comes with learning disabilities, depression, OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder), or ADD. The gifted tend to have difficulty conforming to social norms because they can see beyond the common explanations for things. They have trouble finding friends because their interests are unusual.
The best thing a parent can do is find out all you can about giftedness. Seek out groups and organizations that understand the unique qualities of the gifted. Get all the support you can from others like you.
2006-10-04 08:45:38 · answer #1 · answered by acornfullfilled 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will find that you need to pick and choose what battles you fight. Sometimes you will let frustrating situations go too! The hyperness can be a cause of frustration for both you and the student. Unfortunately, you cannot control it all. Here is my insights because of my experience: regarding the hyper challenge - i ask if you have tried more physical approach? Do they have recess before the academic subjects? Do they get a few minutes of moving around before you attack the core... You may have to chunk the work and ask for a few problems or a row to be done before they check in with you and go onto the next thing. You can also try a high set standard of praise and behavior chaining. Do you know if the parent has tried meds? Have you tried a behavior plan with reinforcers? As far as work raise the standard for this special spirit. If the other kids are writing a paragraph perhaps he does a page. When the other kids do the date he also does the numerical and word stuff. perhaps mom and dad have not thought of some things. They do not know what to do.... You can suggest the school administer an auchenbach or connors to look at add/ adhd issues. It can help to identify some things they may try. Perhaps a 504. Technically you are right. Not much that you can officially do. You can talk with your school and see if they have an RTI team and can try that. how are the other teachers coping with the blessing of this student?
2016-03-18 04:42:23 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have ADHD, I'm 31 years old. When I was a child I did poorly in school BUT I was very creative, more so than any others in class, I was a great artist (when I wanted to be) and I was always wanting to invent things. ADHD is a hinder but I believe that it has a gift(very hard to explain) that needs to be explored more. Good luck with your child
Oh and yes ADHD can be considered an disability my friends daughter receives a monthly check for it.
2006-10-04 06:42:45 · answer #3 · answered by momie_2bee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your child is a genius and you are choosing to give him methamphetamines and therapy?
-amphetamines (Adderall)
-methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta, Metadate)
-dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine, Dextrostat)
-pemoline (Cylert - less commonly prescribed because can cause liver damage)
Those are all forms of meth.
Change schools because your child is bored and under challenged. Change his diet and have him see a nutritionist instead of a therapist. Get him off the meds before you mess up his body for life.
2006-10-04 06:58:01 · answer #4 · answered by murkglider 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I really dont know sweetie, I wish I gave you a detailed answer
2006-10-04 06:38:29 · answer #5 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋