my child diagnosed with ADHD is not responding to meds is he only too brite or what is the deal with him?

Answer 1

He may not actually have ADHD. That's a pretty good way to figure out if a child has it, but it's unethical to give someone drugs to see how they might affect the person--so it's not done. My guess is he's been misdiagnosed, but try to get the medication switched by consulting with your doctor.

Answer 2

If, after a period of a few weeks, it appears that your child is not responding in the way you would like to the medication, take him back to the doctor to have either the dosage upped or try a different medication. Doctors start on the lowest dosage and work up, so as not to overwhelm the body with medication it is not used to. It could be that your child just needs a higher dosage. Some children respond well to one drug, but not to another, so that could be another reason he appears to be unresponsive. Bottom line, only your child's doc can fix the problem. Take your child back, explain the problem, and see what the doc suggests. Good luck! It can be quite a balancing act trying to get meds right!

Answer 3

It is possible that your child does not truly have ADHD. This diagnosis is made far too often. The reality is that young kids -especially boys - tend to have a high energy level and a short attention span. That is developmentally completely normal. It can be annoying to certain adults in particular circumstances, but that's the way it is. Sadly, with the emphasis in our elementary schools on judging success by performance on standardized testing, there are fewer opportunities for even young kids to get up and move around, or to have art, music, physical education, etc. So kids that can't just sit and listen and comply with directions often are mislabeled and misdiagnosed.

If your child truly does have ADHD, medication may be appropriate. I have taught a number of children who did truly have ADD or ADHD, and I have never seen the first medication at the first dose be effective. You need to be patient. Some of the meds need some time to work, and the standard protocol is to start at a low dose and to increase it as needed. So your son may need a higher dosage of medication. Or it could be that the medication they have started him on is not the most effective one for him, and another medication may be better for him. Document your observations, and keep in touch with the doctor.

Answer 4

first you have to have the school do some testing on your child with and without meds. then go from there and keep checking with your doctor on the dosage it does take time to get it right. but the testing from school will show just where the problem lies if there is a learning disability or not. but adhd does not get FIXED with a pill its a life change for all involved your child and your family. things may need to be done differently and you will learn as you go. but start at testing and follow up from there it really tells you alot about your child both good and bad.

Answer 5

There are genetic reasons and body structure reasons why the current medications he is on is not helping him. Not every child will respond well to the first medication or dosage of that medication for help in managing their ADHD symptoms/behaviors. Sometimes, your child will need to have the dosage changed (increased) or be changed to a different medication that works better with his body.

This is normal. Just keep up with your child's Psychiatrist and Therapist -- and make sure that you have not just your observations of their behaviors on the medications, but also their instructors' observations as well. This way, the Psychiatrist can be able to make a more informed decision as to what medication/dosage the child needs to optimize his ability to perform given his ADHD.

Answer 6

That is a difficult query. I truthfully do not know. I think your discomfort regardless that. I have a son that's within the 4th grade and I'm fighting the identical factor. He hasn't been identified with ADHD however he does have difficulty focusing and staying on project. He could make fairly well grades whilst he applies himself and if he does not they're fairly dangerous. There is not anything in among with him. He can do the paintings if he desires to. I want you the first-class of success along with your daughter. It is so irritating as a mother or father to understand what the proper factor to do in your baby is. I'm certain you're going to do some thing is first-class in your baby.

Answer 7

It could be several things- one is that ADHD isn't really the problem. Issues like high-functioning autism, anxiety, and depression can all look very similar in children. Secondly, giftedness may be an issue, but he should be able to focus to complete a task. Finally, meds only help a child be receptive to treatment. The treatment should involve counseling to help him deal with his hyperactivity. He may have developed some pretty bad habits that need to be broken- and medicine won't fix that!

Answer 8

just maybe he was mis diagnosed have him tested again, some children are hyper and need to keep busy,meds may not be what he needs,how do you expect to respond,how long has he been taking the meds?My grandson use to put his meds under his tounge and then put it in the trash can ,he would back to class and the teacher would say the meds made a big difference,he knew what they were looking for.Not always good to label your child and let him hear about it. Good Luck

Answer 9

There are other ways to treat ADHD involving more physical activity and mental stimulation. Most ADHD kids have higher than average intellects. Medication is another word for sedation, sometimes.

Investigate these before allowing medication that can often be harmful.

Answer 10

The schools and Dr both tried to, well did put my daughter on meds for ADD and I hated it but was tired of fighting the system so I went along with it !! Well we finally had her tested again and she had a really high IQ and they decided she didn't need the meds just more stimulation . We moved thankfully switched schools and she did excellent so trust your gut feeling moms usually know what is right!!