Rebound Questions

What constitutes a normal rebound (if there ever was one!!) from just rage? If the rebounds always come around the same time, does that mean he needs an extra does in the late afternoon? My son has a huge rage about 1x a week, but it is bad...throwing things, hitting, punching holes in the door...but only about once a week. any ideas?? He is on metadate.

In my mind, even a "rebound" -- really rage -- like that once a week is not acceptable.  So it is imperative that first and foremost, you have the right diagnosis.  See the recent posts, "New FDA Warnings" and "totally lost/frustrated/scared . . ."  If it is not ADHD or if it is ADHD plus another disorder, stimulants could be exacerbating an underlying condition.  If you have not had your son evaluated by a neuropsychologist, you should so you know exactly what you're dealing with.  Giving him more stims could actually make him worse.

 

 

Enter Your Email below
to claim your Free Book



 

Copyright© 2006 ADHDNews.com. All rights reserved