2007-10-25 14:14:52 · 12 answers · asked by mommy 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
Teachers are not qualified to diagnose a child as ADHD...and most doctors aren't even qualified to diagnose a child as ADHD....
Kids are hyper. Kids are impulsive. Kids are loud. That doesn't mean they have some disorder. Don't worry about it..I'm sure your son is fine :-)
2007-10-25 14:17:50 · answer #1 · answered by adrian♥ 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
While I agree that most teachers have high expectation of kids, I do not agree that you should just completely disregard what they say. When the teachers says your child is "impulsive" that just means that he/she acts on every impulse to do things and simply can't control it. I have talked with my daughter about making good choices, consequences and such but she is still impulsive. All her teachers have noticed it and I agree.
I am getting her tested for the second time for ADHD, which I am sure she has. The teacher is involved in the process officially. What you do is find a qualified doctor and he will give you paperwork with some questions you will answer and a separate questionnaire for the teacher. He combines both of the checklists and interacts with the child to determine whether or not he/she has ADD or ADHD.
Don't think that your child is bad or medication is bad. Your primary reasoning is that you would do whatever it takes to help your child thrive in school and as a person. Listen to professionals such as teachers and doctors when making decisions about your child and his/her treatment.
Most importantly, let your child's teachers, relatives and child care providers know he/she must receive lots of positive encouragement and that he/she MUST NOT be put down or dealt with harshly. They need a lot of love and a lot of encouragement. After all, they just can't help it! They should know that we as adults are mature and loving enough to exercise a bit more patience and supportiveness because they too, are trying their hardest to cope with something that they dont' even understand.
You are on the right track! Be strong and be loving.
2007-10-27 02:08:47 · answer #2 · answered by MelT 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is your experience with him? Can he finish a project that he starts? can he start projects? can he sit still during a meal? When you tell him to stop doing something is it difficult for him to stop, or even impossible?
You need to have him evaluated by a specialist. It is important to have your child medicated if he is starting to fail in school due to his inability to concentrate, this can start a pattern of failure. However, he may be impulsive, and not have ADD or ADHD, which is why you want him to see a specialist.
Meanwhile, there are things you can do to help him. Watch his diet, and wean him off sugar, junk and overly processed foods, like bologna and hot dogs. Make sure he gets a minimum of 9 hours sleep at night. Often sleep deprivation can cause some problems with impulse control and attention problems. keep him from getting overstimulated, keep his room tidy and clutter free, give him a routine for his days, and try to cut back his tv before bed. Even if he is ADD these things will help him. ADD can be an asset if he can work his way through school, many creative and successful people are ADD, and use it to their advantage!
2007-10-25 21:31:57 · answer #3 · answered by mliz55 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well you don't tell how old your child is, however, ADD/ADHD are very easy to diagnose and their are simple tests that can be done. Go first to your pediatrician and have them test your child, or send you to the facility that can.
Once we had our child tested, which we waited until he was about 8 or 9, and found out what he had, we then agreed to medication and it made all the difference in the world. For him, us and the school. But we refused all med's until we had professional diagnosis.
But remember, if your child is experiencing difficulties at school, it's hard on the child too. They want to do well and if they are having behavorial problems they don't like it, it's hard on them. So really, it's not horrible to have them tested and find out what's up.
It will help you in the long run.
Good luck.
2007-10-28 23:37:04 · answer #4 · answered by oh_my_its_linda 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He just might be a very active boy.
You need to talk to your child's doctor. He would refer you to someone who can test your son for ADHD
My daughter has that, even as an adult, but she is much better and more focused now. She was all over the place from 10 months on.
She was on medication which helped her. She even went back on medication after her second child. She also have coping skills that help her control her impulses
2007-10-25 21:25:02 · answer #5 · answered by clcalifornia 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You know what? My son's teacher told me the same thing when he was in 2nd grade. Some teachers expect too much. Kids have less recess than they used too. I would go by his grades, if they good, and his behavior is mostly good, then just see what happens next year. Sometimes its the teacher, or the age, or both. My son is fine now, but I just asked about ocd in my daughter so the worries never end.
2007-10-26 09:46:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being impulsive is not having ADHD. If you want to know if your child is ADHD you have to take him to a doctor and have him tested for ADHD.
2007-10-26 02:35:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, please see a doctor. I'm can tell you from my own experience with medication for these things that it's not fun. I was diagnosed with ADD when I was eight years old and placed on ritalyn. Medication is only meant to be short term for a month or two just to build a foundation. It is not a solution or meant to be long-term. My mother had me on ritalyn for six years. Now I'm 24 and still have nerve damage from the prolonged use of ritalyn. I have uncontrolable spasms and switching. I have since found my own ways of dealing with ADD through yoga, meditation, focus training, and eating a healthy diet. Do not let medication control your childs life but please get him evaluated and get him help now.
2007-10-26 01:42:31 · answer #8 · answered by al l 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ask them what that means. ALL kids are impulsive, but ask them to be more specific. IF they even mention ADHD they have to have him tested. Let them. I have a website that you might enjoy just looking around. It's free to join or you can just look around the message boards. http://www.adhdnews.com/
2007-10-25 21:41:33 · answer #9 · answered by OMGiamgoingNUTS 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Impulsive doesn't mean ADHD. Impulsive just means impulsive. You need to work with him to think his decisions through.
2007-10-25 21:23:55 · answer #10 · answered by Sit'nTeach'nNanny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋