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[quote=Anonymous]Just want to put in a word for dietary changes as a treatment for ADHD. Getting rid of chemicals and additives in food as well as grains, sugar and diary can improve ADHD symptoms. As a parent, I'd try dietary changes first before even considering medication. Google ADHD and diet, and you'll find a lot of studies on the web showing the connection between diet and ADHD.

Medication is a quick fix, but studies are beginning to emerge showing that medication has a deleterious effect on a child's developing brain. Better take the harder, longer route.

As for your mom, OP, I'm afraid she's not going to change. It must be very frustrating that you can't confide in her about your son, but if I were you, I'd stay completely away from that subject when talking with her. Of course she's your mom, and you want to have a good relationship with her, but you have to protect your child. He's only 6, and it's quite true, he "might" outgrow some of his symptoms, but the therapeutic approaches you are taking may speed that process. In any case, talk about the weather, fashion, the news, neutral subjects, and refrain from discussing your son with your mom. If she brings it up, change the subject. And limit visits with her, or time them for when your son is the most rested and focused.

Some older people just can't handle any bad news. A friend has a brain-damaged child, and her parents are in 100% denial about this kid. She just tells them he's fine, and limits their time with him. [/quote]

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