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james wrote:
> my 9 yr old son was diagnosed with post dramatic stress disorder and
> possible depression. both my wife and I agree on the diagnose of pdsd but
> disagree on the depression. the phychiatrist after see us for one hr. and a
> brief chat with my son teacher who explained to him that he displays anger
> in the classroom wants to put him on prozac. my wife thinks we should and I
> don't
> I'm not sure what to look for in a child with depression, would it be the
> same as in a adult? then is prozac right for pdsd, but my biggest problem
> with it, is his improvements
> a lot of his problem started back up with school this year and the first 4
> week he was having difficulties with his anger and not doing his class work
> or homework he improved his anger quite a bit and seem to enjoys doing his
> work know ( got A's and one B even with his bad start) plus he is a happy
> person.So I see improvement and I am not sure that medication is right for
> him
> Jim
I am wary of psychoactive meds for one so young when the brain hasn't
fully developed yet. Sometimes there may be no choice but behavioral
therapy seems the first thing to try to me. As for the diagnosis, ask
for a second opinion.
Philip
"james" <foxan...@charter.com> wrote in message
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I agree with Philip.
I think seeking the help of a therapist/psychologist
should be attempted before jumping right into meds.
Good luck,
Tony
> I'm not sure what to look for in a child with depression, would it be the
> same as in a adult?
James,
The below web page describes childhood depression, the symptoms, what to
look for, and treatment options, including the latest research on use of
meds. Hope it helps.
http://www.emedicine.com/ped/topic1355.htm
Chip
"Chip" <chipmo...@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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: my 9 yr old son was diagnosed with post dramatic stress disorder and
:possible depression. both my wife and I agree on the diagnose of pdsd but
:disagree on the depression. the phychiatrist after see us for one hr. and a
:brief chat with my son teacher who explained to him that he displays anger
:in the classroom wants to put him on prozac. my wife thinks we should and I
:don't
Dear James,
I know how agonizing it is to try and decide whether or not to use a serious
medication on one of your children. I went through such a decision last
summer regarding my youngest daughter and her rheumatoid arthritis. It was
scary.......I was terrified that she would have a terrible reaction and how
would I be able to forgive myself? On the other hand, how could I not let
her try a med that could help her so much. I totally empathize with the
dilemma you and your wife face.
: I'm not sure what to look for in a child with depression, would it be the
:same as in a adult? then is prozac right for pdsd, but my biggest problem
:with it, is his improvements
Here are some really informative links on depression and anxiety in
children.
http://pediatrics.about.com/library/weekly/aa101001a.htm
http://pediatrics.about.com/library/ask/blask_010403.htm
http://pediatrics.about.com/library/bldepression.htm
http://pediatrics.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dramy.net%2Ftherapy.html
http://childparenting.about.com/library/blchildanxiety.http
http://panicdisorder.about.com/cs/socialyouth/index.htm?terms=children
http://panicdisorder.about.com/cs/youthmental/index.htm?terms=children
http://panicdisorder.about.com/cs/youthspecific/index.htm?terms=children
: a lot of his problem started back up with school this year and the first 4
:week he was having difficulties with his anger and not doing his class work
:or homework he improved his anger quite a bit and seem to enjoys doing his
:work know ( got A's and one B even with his bad start) plus he is a happy
:person.So I see improvement and I am not sure that medication is right for
:him
Since there seems to be a big improvement, it makes sense to hold off on
meds for the time being. Therapy may be the way to go at this point. I would
also insist on using a pediatric psychiatrist. Good luck to you and your son
and please keep us updated. {{{{{James & Son}}}}}
Jackie
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