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Child Behavior (Expert Forum)
adhd
Answered by
Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D. - Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, Crisis Intervention
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
This forum is for questions and support regarding child behavior issues such: Child Discipline (behavior management), Normal Child Development, Parent-Child Communications, Social Development
adhd
by Karry, Feb 13, 2000 12:00AM
My child is turning 2 in a week. About four months ago a doctor diagnosed him with adhd. He is very hyperactive, and this behavior is causing him to endanger himself. I'm very concerned about the medications used to treat this disorder for a child his age.They have already suggested Ritalin and Adderall (adderrall). I'm also concerned with his well-being if I don't act. What do you suggest?
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D., Feb 14, 2000 12:00AM
, Feb 14, 2000 12:00AM
Dear Karry,
It is unusual both to diagnose ADHD in such a young child and to treat with medication. However, there are relatively rare instances when this does occur. One such instance is when the child's level of hyperactivity is so severe that injuries can happen.
Since the situation is unusual, it might be wise to seek a second opinion.
If medication is recommended, Dexedrine is often preferred over Ritalin in very young (i.e., pre-school) children.
It is unusual both to diagnose ADHD in such a young child and to treat with medication. However, there are relatively rare instances when this does occur. One such instance is when the child's level of hyperactivity is so severe that injuries can happen.
Since the situation is unusual, it might be wise to seek a second opinion.
If medication is recommended, Dexedrine is often preferred over Ritalin in very young (i.e., pre-school) children.
