i just found out im pregnant, and these two things run in my boyfriends family, and his doctor said it was very likely for it to be passed on to his kids. thanks!
2007-01-29 12:18:45 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Both of these are mental disorders, and the diagnosis is very subjective. They should both be diagnosed by a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist, not a pediatrician or teacher. They are diagnosed by mental examination and conversations with the patient, so they cannot be tested for before symptoms occur.
ADD is usually diagnosed once a child reaches school-age. It can be suspected in younger children, but should really not be fully diagnosed until the child is about 8. Many young kids grow out of what the parents or teacher thought was ADD.
Bipolar disorder usually occurs in adulthood, although it can be seen in children. It's not necessarily something you are born with, but it can run in the family, as can most mental disorders. It's pretty rare though, so I wouldn't worry too much unless your child starts showing symptoms or risk factors.
Congrats on your new baby! Try not to worry too much about things you can't control!
2007-01-29 12:56:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Much, much after. Both are conditions, not actual diseases, which might or might not manifest later on. Just watch for the signs. If you recognize them early enough, they are a lot easier to accommodate.
Also, note that Epilepsy and addictive tendencies are in the same genetic risk group as Bipolar disorder, so watch for those as well. Most commonly, the women in a family will be Bipolar, and the men will be Epileptic, but that's not a hard-and-fast rule.
2007-01-29 12:40:58 · answer #2 · answered by Sara Q 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
These are developed after the baby is born. ADD generally from 3+ and Bipolar from 7+ (I think... it's been a while since i read about either)
2007-01-29 12:28:04 · answer #3 · answered by Gig 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, these are not diseases that would show up in a blood test or amniocentesis. They are mental disorders. It's not like they can draw blood and look for a certain germ or DNA pattern...it's in the head, and it would be diagnosed when the child was old and mature enough to go to therapy and speak with a psychiatrist. It's mental. It's not physical.
2007-01-29 12:24:55 · answer #4 · answered by grayhare 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No sorry the only way to get those diagnosed is after the baby is born and also I think it will have to be a few years down the road. I don't think you will see any symptoms of those in a new born infent. I hope this helps.
2007-01-29 12:23:11 · answer #5 · answered by Toni T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, there is no way to diagnose these two disorder until the child is at least 6 or 7 years old.
2007-01-29 12:23:30 · answer #6 · answered by ☼ Latina Loca loves Yayo ☼ 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Those are neurological disorders . ADD can not be passed on threw parents.
Bipolar is linked to genetics but for either of these to be diagnosed one has to under go physiological/neurological counseling.
2007-01-29 12:31:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't test for them at this time. Usual diagnosis for ADD is around 4-5, but you'll most likely know sooner... As for bipolar, that's even a harder diagnosis to receive - there are books on the subject - try Amazon.com
2007-01-29 12:27:41 · answer #8 · answered by applebetty34 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
These things develop later in life.ADD cannot be diagnosed until at least 7 years old. Please be careful though not to assume that because your child is active and sometimes a pain in the behind that he has either of these things. I believe these things can be over diagnosed, simply as an excuse for poorly behaved children. Good luck!
2007-01-29 12:29:06 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I'm not sure about the bipolar, but I know for a fact that they can't test for ADD as I have it and there is a good change my son 6 as it. Thouth they are not sure yet, still need to to some more testing.
2007-01-29 12:24:24 · answer #10 · answered by sillyfyre 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋