Gifted Issues Discussion homepage Forums Parenting and Advocacy Psychomotor Overexcitability - DS Age 5 *Updated*

Points the teacher made:
1. Constant motion, making noises, being disruptive
2. Personal space boundaries
3. Distracted/ trouble staying on task (stuck in head)
4. Leaves class to play in the bathroom
5. Running
6. Trouble processing directions and class routines
7. Hurries through work to move on to fun activities

She recommended a pediatrician evaluation and possible social therapy. Ot therapy, etc. We have talked with his pediatrician before and he does not think DS has autism or ADD. The school does not have a gifted program and the teacher seems willing to help, but overwhelmed with class size and resources. We are considering homeschooling. I would love to hear everyones thoughts. I am overwhelmed and tired.