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[quote=Anonymous]Hello.  I can relate to what you are saying on so many levels.  My youngest son has a rare neurological disorder, and he lashes out irrationally a lot anymore.  It has gotten to the point that we can’t hardly take him out into public.  It can be very exhausting.  I recently asked our psychologist what were our options and some safe technics that might help.  She suggested finding a safe place where he can have a fit, but not hurt himself or others.  We have been trying that for a few days, and it has at least given the control back to me.

I haven’t figured out a solution for when we are in public, but I just wanted you to know you are not alone.
You mentioned antidepressants and bipolar.  I have another son who has a mood disorder and my sister has bipolar.  I can attest to antidepressants mixing with bipolar, and it can be a scary mix.  Our pediatrician warned us that if our son had a true mood disorder that an antidepressant would “unmask” the bipolar.  It really did.  It was absolutely awful seeing my son come unhinged like that.  Once I called the doctor back, he changed the meds to a mood stabilizer.  My son is a completely different kid now.  My sister had a similar experience with antidepressants.

I would encourage you to talk with your son’s therapist or pediatrician.  Be honest with them.  Let them know things are spiraling out of control.  It might very well be that your son just needs a different type of medication or a different approach.  Your son’s doctors can help you come up with a plan that will fit your family’s needs.  I know I hated to admit that I couldn’t handle my youngest son’s fits anymore, but it felt good to know that his psychologist took me seriously and came up with a plan with me.  If you try their suggestions with no improvement, make sure to let them know that too.

Praying for you, mama! *hugs*
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