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[quote=Anonymous]I agree with the PP too. But, the behavioral checklist does have validity. It was used, in part, to diagnose my DS, who received a comprehensive assessment from a psychologist. Feedback from teachers and parents is part of the overall assessment. My DS was found to have ADHD, which we suspected all along. The diagnosis and medication has been nothing short of life altering. My DH and I did not hesitate on consenting to having DS medicated because we knew we were out of options at that point. We had to try several medications and doses before we got it right and, with the exception of the appetite suppression, which we constantly monitor and know when to bulk up on the food, there have been no discernible side effects. I have no doubt that ADHD is over subscribed in some cases and some kids are unnecessarily medicated but that is not the case with my DS. Thank God for medication![/quote]
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