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To those of you that think parents are abusing your kids by giving(prescribed) medication for attention and/or behavioral issues have obviously no clue what it is like dealing with those children.
My daughter has not been officially diagnosed with ADHD, but the Dr. did prescribe Strattera to help her calm down and pay attention. Her grades were falling even though she has extra help at school and at home. She was having trouble concentrating. I sought medical help because I care about my child. Although I have punished her for doing things she had done...she continually did things that seriously affected her safety. I have explained to her repeatedly the dangers of leaving the house, going into the neighbor kids' house etc., w/out permission. She had privliges (i.e tv, toys, visits to her grandmother's house) taken away and spankings yet she still scared me by doing those dangerous things I mentioned.
Since starting taking her medication, her grades have greatly improved and she is now staying where she is supposed to be.
I also work at a middle school where there are several children that take Ritalin. If you see those kids in the morning while their medication is still working and later after the medication is wearing off; you will see a marked difference in their behavior. I know having ADHD or ADD is not an excuse for their behavior, but atleast there is something that can be done to improve their attention span and moods for a little while.
I am lucky that my daughter only has the problems that she does have and that they are not as severe as some of those kids problems are.
Until you have a child that has these kinds of problems and have to deal with them..I say you have no right saying what is best for other people's children.
Btw, I have another daughter that has no problems with behavior or attention span. In fact she is in the gifted class at school and has made straight A's since kindergarten. And, I don't compare my daughters with each other, making my youngest child feel like she needs to act out to get attention. I know that each child is unique and better at some things than the other. In fact,the one that is taking the medication is better at Math than the other. I give each child equal amount of attention and praise.
I can see the father's (that took his child off medication)reasoning for taking his son off the medication. My child has lost weight already from taking the medication. But, I will not take her off of the medication because I value her safety. I can always try to get her to eat more...but I cannot replace her if she goes missing.
**Also, you should not berate someone on here about spelling and grammar. This is a casual forum to state opinions on issues...not an English/Grammar class.
Thank you I totalally agree. I only made those errors due to I was somewhat upset. I am glad someone else feels the same. I have twins and my son has ADD and my daughter does not. My son is better in Language Arts than my daughter is. He has lost weight to. At this point he seems to be holding his own. He has been on his meds. for 4 years now. It does help some children and aldults.
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My sons don't act out in bad behavior either. They have never acted out at
school either. I know it is alot to take in when a teacher or Dr. tells you
that your child has ADD. It is up to the parent on how they want to handle
it. I just don't liked to be or feel like I am being judged. I have a freind
that knows someone that is battling this issue as we speak. She does
not want her child on any meds. But she says she doesn't know if she is
going to be able to deal with her childs issue's. Only you as the parent
can make the right deciesion about your child. My best friend had 1 of her
sons on meds. at one time. She has since taking him off. He seems to do
ok I guess. He still struggles in school alot. Not with behavior but
academically. I just know what works for my kids. Doesn't mean it
works for everyone.
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Yes, But mine has 2 lids for it. I think it may be a little longer than this one.Thats
it though. Mine is not in that good of shape. But that is very close. I haven't
checked out the links yet, but I'm going to.
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Thanks lacey220. I agree with you 100%> Thank You
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NO it's not like that one. Mine is larger than that.
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Cool! Thanks Godzilla
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Thanks for the links. I did check them out. My sons don't take Ritalin.
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Like I said you are entitled to your opinion. I do know some parents myself that
I feel have there kids taking meds. for the wrong reason. I just know that my 2 sons don't have a behavioral issue. It is attention issue. The more I have educated myself I know I have it to. I am not mad. I will admit I did get a little
upset. Basically at the one comment. I just know I don't abuse my kids. I am sure you don't yours either. We just have different opinions on this subject. People don't always meet eye to eye on everything. Your apology (sp) excepted. I hope that I did not upset you in any way either. I sometimes let my emotions run first.
If so please except my apology(SP).
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I did not think about the antique stores. I will try that.
No I don't have a picture I can post. I will try both of these.
Thanks for your posts.
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jbl Thats a good one. I will have to tell my husband that one. Maybe
he can try that if he gets another one.
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My husband had one years ago. He read somewhere that if you tape a potatoe
peeling on the wart, it will fall off. He did this several times. Believe or not it
worked. Good luck.
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Know this: If you're one of those who is drugging your child with this psychotropic drug ,you qualify as a child abuser.
Thats why I said that.
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SORRY FOR THE ERRORS. This topic struck me wrong. People in general
are entitled to there opinion. It just chaps me when somone says things
that they don't understand. I understand that you did not create this post.
A while back somone had posted some things about ADD. Alot of people were
judged. I will admit I don't know everything but I am somewhat educated
on ADD. I have to be, since I have two children on medicine for this.
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I have 2 children on medicine for ADD. I am sorry I am not abusing my children!
my kids are not disruptive either. I guess you are entittled to your oppinion.
I can tell you since my youngest son has been on med. He has done wonderful
in school. i just had a conference with his teacher today. He has learned so much
in just three months. He has gone from failing the fist grade to passing. Like I
said You can have your oppinion and I have mine. I AM NOT ABUSING MY KIDS!
You obviously don't deal with ADD yourself. If you did I am sure you would
have a different outlook on the whole situation. ADD has been around for a long
time. Do some research.
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Well I have thought about that. I searched today on ebay and I did not
see one like it. I am not sure if I want to sell it. I was just curious if it
is even worth any money. Thanks though.
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I have a 1955 Cavaleir(sp) Coke Box. It is in descent shape. Paint is faded
some. It is a chest type. It has 2 lids. I have an extra set of lids. It still works.
It will cool down to 52 degrees. It does need to be charge with some freon. I
Just wanted to know if anyone knew what it might be worth. I have thought
about selling it, but I am undecided at this time. If you know anything about
these let me know what it is worth.
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You know people just are not considerate of others these days. I had a similar experience last week. I had pulled into the store up above my house to get gas. There was a lady at the pumps on the side I needed to be on. I pulled in behind her and waited. She did not pull up to the last pump, so I had to wait on her. I waited and waited she never got out of her car. By this point I am upset and tired of waiting. I pulled up a little closer to the back of her car, she never noticed me.By this point the lady working in the store sees what is going on. She comes out from around the counter and opens the door. The lady in car never notice's her either. She walked in front the lady's car she still never looked up. So the cashier walked to the the drivers side of the car and asked her was she going to pump gas, she shook her head yes. Buy this point my blood is boiling. I have waited long enough. I backed up did a u turn in the parking lot so I could get gas at the other pump. After I did this the lady got out of her car and proceded to pump her gas. I gave her a dirty look. I finished pumping my gas. As I walked into the store to pay. I turned around and said a few choice words to this lady. The whole time she was sitting at the gas pump not pumping gas she was on her CELL PHONE. As I came out of the store she looked and said I am sorry I was not paying attention, it is to early in the morning for me. Lets see it was 11:30 AM. I found out this weekend that the same lady pulled into the store parking lot last week. THe cashier noticed the car half in the parking lot and half out on Pine Valley.she was talking on her Cell Phone again. I have a cell phone to but I use it only when needed. NOt at the gas pump holding other people up. People can be so inconsiderate and just down right out stupid. So I know what you are talking about.
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I live on Kristie cir I can see the blue lights but can't tell what is going on. This is at the top of the hill from me.
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My next door neighbor had there 4 wheeler stolen about a month ago.
It was parked in their front yard. This happened in the night time hours.
Their's has not been found yet. It was a Artic Cat. I hope they find yours
my neighbors.
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For all of you that are tired of getting these phone calls, call this number
770-389-5391 Ask to speak to a manager in there call center. I had a very ugly
call last night. I was actually cursed at. I just got off the phone with them. They
are taking my name off there list. I told him if he does not I will go futher with
this. He told me that they were not registered with the BBB. That they were
registered with the Secratary of State. He also said that they are exempt
from the no call list, due to they are not selling anything. I said I did not care what
what you are doing, Don't call my house again. So if you are tired of the calls
try this. I guess I will see in time if this works.
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Build -A-Bear does b-day parties. That way if you have both boys and girls
they both can enjoy building a bear.
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I use Heather at the Beauty Nook in Dallas. It is across from the Court House.
The number is 770-445-6723. I have been going to her 10 years.
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Man of Steel I agree with you. I would rather give to a fund that has been set
up. Like you said it least it goes to the family members, and you know this.
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Yeah thats what I said!
Junkyards
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My husband is a mechanic, and he calls them junkyards. I have always been
told they were junkyards to. I guess you may call them whatever you
like.