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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]For the last 3 years, mid-May has been a doozy. I'm not talking academics, just simply behaviors coming out of the blue. It seems weird to suspect allergies but what else could it be?[/quote]

I'm the special educator who posted above.  It's a crazy time of year.  I teach High School, and kids are being tested, plus things are constantly changing to accommodate AP testing, and state testing.  So, classes are moved or combined or have subs.  The performing arts is having all their concerts and shows.  Some sports are ended, so kids who need that structure and exercise are missing out.  Some sports are going into post season play, and those kids are stressed.  Lots of kids are graduating, or having siblings graduating, and that's wonderful and also anxiety provoking.  For some kids the coming of summer is exciting, and excitement leads to impulsivity.  For some kids, school is where they feel safe and get their needs met and the coming of summer is something that they grieve.  Even if your kid is neither of those people, being surrounded by excited people and/or grieving people is tough.

Plus the plants and their darn pollen.  Don't underestimate the impact of not getting a good night sleep because you're coughing or sneezing or can't breathe well lying down. [/quote]

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