My son cries, whines, picky eater, sleeps at all times and they tested him for diabetes and now depression. Diabetes test was normal, but what can I expect from a depression screening from a child?
2006-10-27 15:43:27 · 8 answers · asked by nene 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
I would talk with some type of family counselor first if there are any. Hard to see 8yr old getting diagnosed with depression. Better get more than one psychiatrist to see him.
2006-10-27 15:48:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a scary thing and i will explain.Its hard to pin point depression in a child.The scary thing would be the whole medication part. Doctors tend to over-medicate.These depression drugs tend to make these children even more relaxes,they tend to gain weight,they just are not themselves any more. Testing for depression seems a little weird to me,if they thought it could be a medical condition such as diabetes then why would they jump from that to depression? It could be a medical issue besides diabetes. I would suggest you really do your homework before putting him on any meds. Depression diagnosis for an 8 year old child seems unlikely.Even the symptoms aren't that of depression.The sleeping part maybe,but it sounds more like a medical problem. I am just trying to help you because my child was diagnosed with A.D.H.D and she was put on meds that just made her turn into this child i didnt even know,after 6 months i too k her off the medication and within a week she was back to her normal self,yes she was full of energy again but she acted alive again instead of comotosed. She was able to focus on school work again.Now that i look back i don't even understand why they put her on meds,there really was nothing wrong with her shes a mouthy 9 year old with energy.Just read up,you can read the medical book to look other possible things that could be wrong with him.
2006-10-27 22:55:31 · answer #2 · answered by mommyofsix 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you serious? The cause may be right under you nose. Children who lack unempathic care show these signs. This answer is hard to face because its so easy. My prediction is that you'll take him to some stranger(doctor) and in no time you'll start drugging him. 8 year olds have symptoms of depression if they're beaten, abused, bullied, badgered or don't feel loved by the most important people in the world to them, don't ignore your child's instincts, he is trying to tell you something and don't be blind. Something is making him act this way and it isn't in his genes. There is so much scientific evidence that the symptoms you mention have a root cause in unempathic parenting. He might be having a hard time because of some stress and pressure on him from you and school. Ask him that you'll do what ever he needs to make him feel better and open a line of communication with him. He may have lost his trust in you. Be a good loving parent and maybe remove him from school and spend time with him and you'll change the path of his life forever. You'll see what a change he'll make and his smile will return. Also, check his diet. Cut out all garbage food and beverages out of his life and give him whole foods, fruits, veggies whole grains etc. Try these simple steps before you set him on a path of dependency on pharmaceuticals.
2006-10-27 23:16:24 · answer #3 · answered by Logicnreason 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the professional doing the testing. However, you should be asked to sign an informed consent form and have the entire procedure explained to you, including an explanation of the battery of tests being used to screen your son and an explanation of the procedure. If you don't understand something ask questions. Lots of them. If you don't feel comfortable with the process after it is explained, let the professional know that. They can not test without your permission, and you have rights as a parent.
2006-10-27 22:51:58 · answer #4 · answered by LongLegs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normal kids do the things you say all the time about your son. I am not a fan depression screening this early. To me, it is nothing but transferring the "blame" by labelling the problem as a medical problem. I can only say I feel sorry for you especially if you succumb to medicating your child. Every medicine has side effects. Remember, your son's physical constitution is still growing.
2006-10-27 22:56:14 · answer #5 · answered by Aldo 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am not an expert but have you considered having your son tested for food allergies? Many of the symptoms you describe could be attributed to a food allergy. I would guess that a depressin screening would consist of a visit with a therapist of some sort as well as a form for his teacher to fill out. Good luck to you!
2006-10-27 22:50:19 · answer #6 · answered by thrill88 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will be doing most of the answering. Sometimes there is a questionnaire to fill in. Lots of questions about family history. Play therapy observation is used some. Best of luck to you and your son. I hope he gets the help he needs.
2006-10-27 22:48:31 · answer #7 · answered by whrldpz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they cant clinically diagnoise him until he is 18 unless their going to give his like conduct disorder which is still at twelve
be open minded with him and just let him know your there for him and maybe he'll open up
it's probly just school friends trouble
2006-10-27 23:51:57 · answer #8 · answered by SAM S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋