My son is on ADDRALL

My son was put on adderall (adderrall) by his mother due to his behaviors he displayed wit her but on the other hand when he is with me i never see any of the behaviors his moher discribes. Is this because there is more structure when he is with me and i let him know  that i am not going to tolerate bad behavior. It seems to me his behavior is selective. What are the ground for medicating.


This discussion is related to Adderall (adderrall) XR 10 mg.

[Agiesmom]

I don't have any first-hand experience with an ADD or ADHD diagnosis, or the medications commonly prescribed, but I have read some about it and the sources I read state that the symptoms/behaviors are present across the board, not just in specific places with specific people.

How old is your son?  Is he struggling in school?  What about other places (scouts, sports practices, Sunday School, music lessons, etc.)?

Who diagnosed your son?  His pediatrician or a psychologist specializing in ADD and ADHD?

[bigplpush]

My son is ten yrs. old. He's struggling in school due to not enough help with his work, but he is an incredible athlete knows plays and focuses on the field and court. My point of it being selective.

[bigplpush]

My son has also been in an abusive situation with his mothers husband and now i have him with me. So i also think this was also part of his behaviours with his mother.

[momagain59]

Anxiety can mimic ADHD. If he is now in your custody, you can always have him re-evaluated. I am glad he is out of that abusive situation.

[Agiesmom]

I agree with momagain59--I would definitely have him re-evaluated.  

He sounds like a good kid and you obviously love him very much.  I'm glad you have him now and I hope it stays that way.

All the best to you and your family.