Thank you Roseanne for taking the time to comment on my post. I appreciate your effort and information.

The original dx from the school psychologist got us on our way to trying to understand my grandson's issues. The psychologist is a wonderful man, and he did a lot for my grandson and my daughter. But you are right, they psychiatrist is the major player in dx. As with you, I am stressing to the pdoc to medicate the bipolar first and foremost before trying to medicate for ADHD. I truly believe that once his bipolar behaviors are under control (as much as it's possible) we may not need to medicate for ADHD (at least at this time). The books we have read warned of how the meds for ADHD exasperated the bipolar and made things worse. This really scares my daughter and I.

I'm glad your meds are working out for you now. I'm sure it was a long and slow process, but well worth the effort in the long run.

Be well....be safe and be happy!