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[quote=Anonymous]PP here. Got DS tested in 2nd grade when he was having difficulty reading and remembering site words. He needed to sound out very simple words (that you would normally learn in K) and couldn't remember key words (main character's name in a book he was reading). Testing at Stixrud was so worth the 3K.  Insurance did not cover any cost. He was diagnosed with ADHD, inattentive type, which was too severe to be treated/managed without medication.  It was like a light switch was turned on when he started medication.  Immediately after starting his medication, he remembered not only the main character from the story, but small details.  It was amazing.  Everything was in his head, it just wasn't coming out.  As another PP said, there is nothing wrong with ADHD kids, they are just wired differently and some may need medication to allow the neurons to connect and fire properly.  DH and I are not ashamed of our DS and told him he should never be ashamed that he takes medication.  He gets great grades and will undoubtedly accomplish great things.  OP, please ignore the negative posts.  As a parent who has gone through this, I understand.  We only want to support our children and give them the tools they will need to develop into their best self.  DH and I were in tears when we first realized there may be a problem, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.  Hang in there![/quote]

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