[AnnaBananasMom]

First of all,

There are a lot of things being said here and in the other thread that are conflicting. I showed some of it to DH, and it seems a lot of it is not really accurate. If you want, I can send you a PM with some things he thinks you can bring up with Tyler's psychologist and docs.

[mommyand3]

I agree with Rosa!

[baby1577]

I would absolutely listen to what Rosa's DH says and talk to Tyler's doctors.

[My2miracles]

Since I'm the only one that posted info on BP, I'm posting a link that backs up what I've previously posted.

PBKids.org



Specifically:

It is suspected that a significant number of children diagnosed in the United States with attention-deficit disorder with hyperactivity (ADHD) have early-onset bipolar disorder instead of, or along with, ADHD.[/b]

Once the illness starts, episodes tend to recur and worsen without treatment. Studies show that after symptoms first appear, typically there is a 10-year lag until treatment begins. CABF encourages parents to take their adolescent for an evaluation if four or more of the above symptoms persist for more than two weeks. Early intervention and treatment can make all the difference in the world during this critical time of development.[/b]

A Cautionary Note on Antidepressants and Stimulants from the National Institute of Mental Health

Effective treatment depends on appropriate diagnosis of bipolar disorder in children and adolescents. There is some evidence that using antidepressant medication to treat depression in a person who has bipolar disorder may induce manic symptoms if it is taken without a mood stabilizer. In addition, using stimulant medications to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or ADHD-like symptoms in a child with bipolar disorder may worsen manic symptoms. While it can be hard to determine which young patients will become manic, there is a greater likelihood among children and adolescents who have a family history of bipolar disorder. If manic symptoms develop or markedly worsen during antidepressant or stimulant use, a physician should be consulted immediately, and diagnosis and treatment for bipolar disorder should be considered.[/b]

Once again - NOT saying this is what Tyler has. Just saw some things in many of Angie's post that made me wonder.

Angie, the link I posted also has a list of symptoms & a lot of other information. If some of it seems to fit Tyler, it's not a diagnosis but it may help you describe his symptoms to his doctor. I'm truly just trying to help. I'm not sure why it isn't taken as such by some. But I really honestly do care about you & Tyler.

[nafu]

I don't have any great advice, but I wanted to give you some big !!!!!
You are such a great mommy to try so hard for you son

[Micaela]

What you need is a firm say on his punishments. You set boundaries and be consistent to it so he will understand that what he doing is bad. Setting boundaries, being consistent with house rules, and spending a lot of quality time with him is very important. Making the effort to have sit-down family dinners or spending time with him over the weekend for a little quality family time is a great place to start. Understanding them and what they are going through will help you understand him better.