So, after the neuropsych diagnosed DGS6 with ADHD-Combined, the developmental pediatrician has nixed that, at least for now. We had our appt with him yesterday and he says we are dealing with auditory processing and sensory integration issues and he believes a reactive attachment disorder, although he wants a child psychologist to confirm that as he is not one. He has been a developmental pediatrician for 40 years and is the first doc that got DGS to get through all the testing in a reasonable amount of time. He will see him again in November.
We don't have the full report yet. but many of his recommendations are the same as if DGS had ADHD. He is also going to refer us to an OT who specializes in sensory issues.
It is frustrating. Now, we are delivering our letter to the school to have them begin their evaluation process as well. 2e kids are nothing if not exciting.
The best thing about the visit though was that he talked to us about how to parent this kid of ours. DGS father was there, as well, so it was a very productive visit in that regard. The doctor also doesn't want to medicate DGS, at least until he is sure what we are dealing with. I just hope he send the school some really good recommendations.
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