Emily, Katheryn, sister. Thanks for the replys. Chloe is not currently seeing any sort of therapist (not by our choice; just circumstances), but as I said, I told the psychiatrist that my biggest wish is for her to receive regular psychological input. The Child Adol and Family Team (CAFS) have an intake meeting Monday week where they will discuss Chloe and see if she 'qualifies' for their services (*roll eyes*). The reason for this referral was because of her sleep (or lack of) issues, not even because of her behaviours (she was declined their services 2 yrs ago!!). So if this drug does help with sleep well... AND with weight gain?! (She is severely underweight, classed as a 'failure-to-thrive' child who weighs about the same as a 3-4yr old). I can see lots of benefits to risperidone already, but am going to wait as long as possible (at least until both the intake meeting and some other assessments) before I give my answer.