ADD/ODD Resources and Stories Page

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Being a mother of a boy that suffers from ADHD/ODD I thought of our home when I saw this picture. I feel like we run around constantly here and never get much accomplished. I hope this page can be a place where others like me can find some comfort, help and maybe hope. I also want you to know that you aren't alone.
ADD/ODD Resources and Stories Page

My son makes me doubt every ability I have when it comes to parenting. I have struggled to find help for him for since he was three years old. With such a common diagnosis I would think that there would be more help. What infuriates me is that many insurance companies and many schools don't recognize this as a problem. It is hard to find schools that deal with this problem. Many of the public schools don't have teachers and programs for our children. They are put in special education classes etc. Many timeS this is not what they need. Our children tend to be higher in intelligence and feel bored and embarassed when this happens.

I homeschooled my child for this reason. I lasted a year with him. He did much better at home without the stress at school. The tantrums and the yelling slowed to a dull roar once in a while. This year however I put him back in school. I've been considering boarding school for him and I guess God knew that I needed help. Our doctor is sending him about 4 hours away for a last resort. If this doesn't work they are going to admit him to a hospital to recieve the help he needs. I fear for my child. He can't stop his impulses or socially fit in with others. I know that he can't be happy and we as a family are surely not. I have learned that people and children with these disorders have a high tolerance for chaos. I have come to the conclusion that is why God chose me to have Greg. I have a tolerance for him having ADD myself. I hope that I can teach him what I have learned and help him to survive it also.

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ADD Warehouse Site Family Information Library ADD Medical Treatment Facility in Santa Clara
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