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Post by charliegirl on Apr 6, 2008 22:41:18 GMT -5
Your post fits in here perfectly Squirrelgirl.
Everyone is different and has quirks that others find funny so I wouldn't let myself get too upset over his voice right now. The good thing is that his voice will change on its own during puberty if you can survive hearing it until then.
The rock jar sounds like a good idea. If he can learn to modulate his voice, it will encourage him to try.
Thanks for sharing with us. Its so nice to hear that others go through the same things we do. I bet someone else reads this and is relieved to know her kid isn't the only one.
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Post by squirrelgirl on Apr 6, 2008 22:52:44 GMT -5
Hi Misty,
Super idea. I have been thinking about recording his voice, and coming up with a plan as to how to keep the recorder from his view, so he will speak in his natural way.
It could end up being a very eye-opening (and ear-opening haha) moment for him.
Cool! I'll see what happens and report back to you.
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Post by misty on Apr 6, 2008 22:56:37 GMT -5
Yes, please let me know! And good luck!
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Post by squirrelgirl on Apr 6, 2008 23:02:41 GMT -5
Thanks Charliegirl, very much.
You are all wonderful mentors. I've always known I am in good hands here. I can't thank Puzzled enough for steering me to this forum.
Hang in there, Anon. I'm thinking about you...
Squirrel
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Post by charliegirl on Apr 6, 2008 23:38:58 GMT -5
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Post by anon4now on Apr 7, 2008 7:29:33 GMT -5
Squirrel - Ok this is funny but I'm going to offer advice in my own Help Me thread.  I'm thinking of my DH and I doing weight loss this past year. We are doing mini-goals and then having an ultimate goal. Maybe discuss with your son, a certain time of day when he can use his normal voice. Start with dinner time, or do time slots. (from 10:00 - 10:30) I don't know if he feels anxiety when he's being asked so often to lower his voice. I know my son would. But this way you only remind him during those times. The rest of the time he's free to speak how he wants. Maybe you'll see a habit forming during those times. Then increase it. Every time your in the car. Then when you are on outings etc. - Good luck Also, Misty and friends (I don't remember who all agreed with Misty  ) I think this is where my problem lays. I don't understand what is going on with my son, to be able to explain it to him.  And just a side note. The psych he's seeing now, on her first visit alone with him, she made a passing comment "I don't see any attention issues. He sat here with me and drew a picture and talked the whole time..." I looked puzzled at her. I thought, well no, I don't think he has an attention problem like that either. He's more hyper-active with no impulse control. But I was sort of caught un-awares, and I feel totally out of my league when I talk to her, so I didn't say anything. But this concerns me with a mis-diagnoses of ADHD (which he was diagnosed at 6) I think printing this thread will help me when I visit her next. I think there's a lot of stuff here I want to tell her, but when I see her, I don't think of it all. Or I'm caught up in the one thing he did that day/week. And my final thought - I'm super happy that other people are reading along and finding either help or comfort in this thread. That is the best part of forums like these. It's literaly a life saver. Anon |
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Post by charliegirl on Apr 7, 2008 11:18:07 GMT -5
Its been 3 years since he was diagnosed. It might be a good idea to have him re-evaluated. Many disorders have symptoms that mimic ADHD. The meds and methods of dealing with different disorders, even though the symptoms are similar, are often different so it would be good to know for sure that is what you are dealing with. Did the psych say what she suspected was the problem if it isn't ADHD?  |
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Post by anon4now on Apr 7, 2008 11:58:03 GMT -5
I asked her if she was going to re-evaluate him. She said no. That at this point she just wanted to get to know him and develop a relationship. She didn't offer any other diagnosis, or suspicion. My suspicion is Bi-polar. She isn't really on board with that because it's so rare. I'm sort of just waiting to hear anything from her. I think next apt I'm going to ask her for her opinions at this point. Anon (I'm so bored at work, I've been checking this thread like ever 1/2 hour.)  |
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Post by charliegirl on Apr 7, 2008 12:23:17 GMT -5
I saw your post shortly after you posted it but had to take time to think about it. I would have at least let you know it wasn't being ignored if I had realized you were checking that often. I know how hard it is to wait for a reply.
If he does have bipolar I'm sure it won't take many visits before she starts seeing red flags if she is very familiar with it. Its good that she is willing to take the time to get to know him before she comes to any conclusions.
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Post by jj on Apr 7, 2008 18:28:49 GMT -5
I asked her if she was going to re-evaluate him. She said no. That at this point she just wanted to get to know him and develop a relationship. She didn't offer any other diagnosis, or suspicion. My suspicion is Bi-polar. She isn't really on board with that because it's so rare. I'm sort of just waiting to hear anything from her. I think next apt I'm going to ask her for her opinions at this point. Anon (I'm so bored at work, I've been checking this thread like ever 1/2 hour.) Oh gosh, someone else who is bored at work. LOL While the psych is getting to know your son you may want to track your sons moods since bipolar crossed your mind. From what you've said I kind of don't think he is but it sure won't hurt to keep a record. Bipolar kids usually cycle fast from mania to depression so I think keeping a record may draw a picture that says yea or nay and it could be very helpful at some point for the psych. If you click here this is a printable chart to help you track your sons moods. Edited to add: This is more of a chart for an adult but you may be able to get some ideas for your son. If he has sleep problems, if he is extremely hyper, confident, etc. or really sad. Meanwhile, I know I had one that was specifically for parent tracking the moods for kids. I'll keep looking. |
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