First born NT, middle with autism, and youngest NT. My wife was very cautious and slow walked vaccines with my youngest, my middle who is autistic, started out without any symptoms and seemed to… read more
My son has Autism & I think he might have ADHD/ADD. I guess I am wondering if I should try to put him on medicine. He is already on a medication for his anxiety. I just don't know if the ADHD medicaionor ADD medication will make the Autism better or worse. Any suggestions.
The boys are on ADD meds and they are a Godsend!
How often are kids with pdd-nos also diagnosed with add or adhd?
Well, from what I've heard, and read in a few places, many kids on the spectrum are first diagnosed with ADD/ADHD. My son was. I only pushed further because ADHD didn't explain everything that he did… read more
Talking to your child about sensitive topics like masturbation, especially when they have ADHD, requires a thoughtful and understanding approach. Here are some guidelines to help you navigate this… read more
My son has been on Daytrana patch since February. He currently is at 20 mg. I feel like it is not working at all. He is more irritable, aggressive and impulsive. He cannot swallow pills due to sensory issues. We previously tried Focalin XR (he kept chewing the beads) and Vyvanse (increased tics). I was wondering about Methylin as it comes in a liquid or chewable or Dextroamphetamine which also comes in a liquid. Anyone have any experience with these???? Thanks!
My child has been on adderal for 10 years and risperdone it works well for her
So as some of you know my youngest was recently diagnosed with autism not too long ago. Now after a phone iep meeting my oldest(neurotypical) special education teacher has brought up some concers that she may have add or adhd and suggested i talk to her pediatrician. I have an appointment set up for her. Does anyone else have children that are on the spectrum and have a sibling with add or adhd?
My daughter has both ASD and ADHD. I thought most people with ASD also have ADHD.
"And the studies vary, but if you look at the data on it, over the course of a number of studies, the percentage… read more
We tried Vyvanse when my oldest was 7 years old. From what I recall, (he’s 17 now) it didn’t seem to have any noticeable effect on his hyperactivity or his focus. From research though I did discover… read more
My son is on an ADHD med, Vyvanse. Does anyone have experience using mood stabilizing medication with their children along with Vyvanse or other ADHD meds? How about the addition of blood pressure medication that has been seen to stabilize moodiness caused by ADHD meds?
This is a really good question, I myself take ability for mood and it hasn’t been helping, plus it wakes me up at night a lot. My son is fixing to be 9 and his always had problems with irritability… read more
My ex has filed a sue against me because my autistic and ADHD child does not want to go to his house for visitation. Can I be punished by the judge because the child does not want to go?
Any updates? Similar situation and father just did an application in December and I wasn't able to bring up any of the issues or the high safety concerns and his previous breaking of the order, but… read more