Kids with LD or AD/HD and hobbies/activities

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How easy or difficult has it been for your child to find a hobby or activity he loves? Some kids seem naturally drawn to certain hobbies, sports, etc. they enjoy and feel confident about. But many kids (my own included) require extra encouragement from parents before they find something they enjoy. Sometimes their passion isn't exactly mainstream and much creativity and experimentation is needed to help them find their "thing."

I'd love to hear about YOUR kids -- what they love to do outside of school -- and how you helped them find their passion.

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We just found out that our daughter has ADHD. We had her evaluated on our own because we had a feeling that she may have it. We have decided not to mediate her at this time. There are other things that we are willing to try before medication. We feel in society today, Dr's. are so quick to pop a pill to "fix" the problem. I guess it depends on the severity of the condition. Down the road this may be an option. As far as activities, we are still researching on things to help her find what she really likes.

mina, another forum that has excellent information about ADHD medication and other ADHD issues is www.millermom.proboards107.com ~ several of us participate there as well as here.

I realize we've gotten off of the original question that was asked about activities that are good for kids with ADHD and/or LDs, so maybe the best thing would be to address medication issues on the above forum, and go back to the original topic of hobbies here. (Sorry, jonsmom, for getting side-tracked!)

I am going to say thank you very much to all of you for responding me, i don't feel am alone anymore :) i will search for a psychiatrist and pediatrician too, and of course for a reasonable insurance company first of all :) i have a lot to do!! Actually, Ritalin helps a lot but i am not sure about dosage( it was a long time ago that Dr prescribed) i wish, could use medication from first day, so we wouldn't had those hard times and years! Medication effects his appetite, but it is good for him b/c of having a few lb over weight.

dittos, Michellea!

I concur. It is a process to determine the best type and dosage of medication, and a specialist is best equipped to help you manage the ADHD and medication.

In addition to an adolescent psychiatrist, a developmental neurologist is another specialist that is often very experienced with ADHD and the treatment.

We have found that medication is the single most effective treatment for my son's ADHD. While it is not a cure all, it allows him to attend so that he can put in place the compensatory strategies he has learned in the area of organization and planning - his greatest areas of challenge.

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