THE DAY AFTER

I think I have to call this article the week after! It took me over a week to digest all the information the psychologist gave me. In his own words the ADHD was compared with the Autism spectrum disorder or the Asperger syndrome. My perfect boy was not that perfect.

I knew I had a new battle to fight, and the best thing you can do if you have to go to the war is to be prepare. So I did. I became a library mouse. I spent the following 6 weeks (or more) reading everything on the Swan system refereed to ADHD. It was over 50 different books, with different points of view. All the authors like a good prayer claiming that they had the truth on their hands. I'll tell you what; nobody has the truth but you.

Each child is different, so are they needs. That’s why there is no a one way road to address ADHD. I saw the light at the end of the tunnel when I realized that I have a unique boy, and that I had a new challenge on my hands: Knowing my son.

There are a lot of things a specialist needs to do before tagging a child. And there is much more to do by the parents to avoid the use of drugs. It's possible to manage ADHD. I can give you my word. It’s not going to be easy. There is no magic solution, or a one day solving problem rule. But maybe if you walk on my shoes and read my story, you will find the clues you need to solve your own puzzle.

My articles are based on my own experience, and I have to mention that I'm not a doctor or psychologist. I'm not trying to change your mind about what you think is right or not. I just want to be a little voice on your shoulder telling you "try this, maybe it will work for you!” It’s going to be a long journey, so get your best red wine ready for tough days!!