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[quote=Anonymous]Hi OP, my 6 year old has an ADHD diagnosis and since medicating (which helped other things in a huge way), we have had to use melatonin most nights. It helps SO MUCH. I truly can't tell you, when we've tried not doing it I get so worn down because there is NO BREAK and nightime is just SO INTENSE. We only use .5 mg, cut 1mg gummy in half, it is SUCH small dose yet somehow really makes a huge difference. Our pediatric psychiatrist has worked with us to try other things, moving the med time etc., because ideally we wouldn't use it every single night but he says at such a small dose if it means he is getting the sleep he needs it is worth it and he likely won't need it in a couple years. So for now, we are going with it. Our pediatrician also agreed and says it is pretty benign. The side effects of not doing it and having him not get enough sleep (and me being at my wits end as a parent!!) seem worse than any potential side effects of doing it.

With the .5 mg not only does he fall asleep at a normal time, he is much calmer during the bedtime routine and it more enjoyable for our younger child and all of us.[/quote]

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