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Old 05-01-2004, 05:45 AM
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You definately need to get a detailed accounting of their history. My guess is that they have significant histories of maltreatment, and, if so, are a high risk of having Reactive Attachment Disorder. You may want to get your own assessment by a licensed mental health professional who is trained and experienced in treating adopted and foster children and who meets the criteria to be a registered clinician of The Association for the Treatment and Training in the Attachment of Children .

Generally, children who really have ADHD respond well to medication...if that is not happening, then you need to get a reevaluation. The third and fourth meds are usually prescribed for children with mood disorders, such as Bipolar I Disorder. You might want to take a look at the book The Bipolar Child.

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