My 6 1/2 year old Daughter

[Marie0817]

I've gotten my 2nd call from my daughter's school today.  She was not listening at Gym Class due to wanting to play with friends.  She loves to only do the activities she prefers, but when she's not interested, she goofs off.  Her academics are on par.    She can be so sweet and mature, but so defiant later.  She is naturally a very outgoing, energetic happy child, and loves being with her friends.  Her gym teacher said she gets into "her own world" and doesn't zero in and focus.  We schedule plenty of social opportunities with her outside of school, as a matter of fact, due to the call today, her plans are cancelled.  She has an August birthday, and my concern is that I may have started her in school too soon, due to her maturity level, or should I have her tested for ADD/ADHD?      

[chigirl29]

I think she sounds normal...just a daydreamer type.  My six year old is the same way--and she hates gym class because the coach is "mean" and says "hurry up" without saying "please".  

[Marie0817]

I hate labels personally, and my daughter, like I said, is full of energy....like any normal healthy child...if the idea of testing comes up, I plan not to entertain it.  Thanks for reinforcing that plan!  :)  

[Jennifer375]

frankly I think people are WAY over diagnosing ADD/ADHD... I mess around when Im not interested in whats going on around me, who doesnt? No ones disciplined all the time and listens to every person who is trying to teach them particularly in a large group setting when messing around is easier than one on one teaching. Im an adult,, we are talking about a six year old here.... I think the school systems are just expecting too much out of younger and younger babies.

Jennifer