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[quote=Anonymous]I wouldn't because of the risk of possible side effects and longer-term issues but my line is further out than most people's. For academics I wouldn't until end of elementary or middle school unless DC was really failing. The only reason I would medicate at this age for social reasons is if DC were getting very depressed or anxious like not being able to eat or sleep or crying all the time. It doesn't sound like your DC is anywhere near this point. Is it possible the friends thing is something you're more worried about than he is? I would try something like a social skills class first. Our DC can be very hyper a lot and also has issues at school but really benefited from social skills groups that helped him figure out when he's too hyped up or talking too much and so forth. He has been lucky enough to have a lot of friends especially among other active boys. Usually the parents who invite him over have the boys play outside. [/quote]
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