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Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D.  
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Specialties: Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy

Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
781-849-2275
Braintree, MA
My Posts
how long should my child be on risperdol
May 17, 2013 in the Child Behavior Expert Forum - 4
The most important variable to consider is the effectiveness of the medication. If it is addressing the goals but the side effect is a problem, talk with the prescriber about alternatives that might be less likely to result in weight gain. Your son's age limits the options. The first and second generation antipsychotic medications, like Risperdal, tend t...
pre-teen is he a socipath?
May 16, 2013 in the Child Behavior Expert Forum - 2
Just as you would if there were a medical emergency, you need to arrange an evaluation asap with a mental health professional. His primary care physician might be able to direct you to someone. If your family is insured, call the number on the back of the insurance card and you will be directed to a provider.
out of control 4 year old
May 15, 2013 in the Child Behavior Expert Forum - 5
Yes, I do think that would be useful. But remember: he will change to the extent that you can make some changes.
how long should my child be on risperdol
May 15, 2013 in the Child Behavior Expert Forum - 4
It sounds like the treatment is useful for your son, and this is a reasonable choice for the treatment of certain mood disorders. Talk with the doctor about an alternative that might not cause such weight gain. Selecting an alternative medication is not tantamount to your son's being a guinea pig - it's not useful for you to think like that.
What causes Mild MR?
May 15, 2013 in the Child Behavior Expert Forum - 1
Yes, mental retardation of any level for the most part is genetically determined. Why it was not discerned earlier is impossible to say and, to be frank, there's no point worrying about that now. It won't do anyone any good. What's imprtant is building in the educational supports he needs because he will need those supports throughout his educa...
My child was touched inappropriately. What do I do now?
May 15, 2013 in the Child Behavior Expert Forum - 5
If this is all that occurred it's not going to have any impact. There's no need to exert any pressure. In fact, it is counterproductive to exert pressure. If there is anyone whom he trusts that might be able to chat with him about it (mostly to learn if anything else occurred), seek such help. Otherwise I'd let it go after gently offering a ch...
6 year old daughter touching private area then licking hand.
May 12, 2013 in the Child Behavior Expert Forum - 6
No, its not alarming. The majority of children don't do this, but that is not an indication that you should worry about it.
Seperation anxiety with my 8 month old
May 10, 2013 in the Child Behavior Expert Forum - 1
You should not have changed the routine. Get back to her falling asleep on her own. If you continue what you are doing now you will be creating a much bigger problem.
Could my grandson be headed toward molisting someone
May 10, 2013 in the Child Behavior Expert Forum - 1
No, this is absolutely not normal. An evaluation by a pediatric mental health clinician is needed asap.
my 13 yr old son (attitude/behaviour)
May 10, 2013 in the Child Behavior Expert Forum - 1
Set up an appointment with a mental health professional who specializes in the treatment of adolescents. Make it clear that you need help, in part, with parenting. Otherwise they might assume you're looking only for therapy for your son and that will not be sufficient.