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Old Jul 10, 2010, 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by BlackCanary View Post
We will soon meet with a psychologist to talk about what is next for my son, following a diagnosis of ADHD from the pediatrician (using the Vanderbilt assessments from his teachers).

He is 7, 2nd grade. He's highly distractable, often out of his chair, and rarely finishes the assignment when given (has to finish the next day). He's doing great in subjects he likes (science, spelling) and below standards elsewhere (writing/reading comprehension). He will advance to 3rd grade.

I'm having to pick a provider and expect to ask a few questions over the phone about approaches and techniques used.

Please give me your top 3 questions to ask the PsyPhD or other good advice and words of wisdom for this initial step on our journey!
I would ask how would the medications affect him like make him tired or if medication would be the best choice for his age group.And ask if they put him on medicine what are the side effects.