Thanks guys. I totally get your concern regarding risperidol. That was my exact reaction at first as well!

The dose of risperidol DS is getting is 0.25mg, far far less than what is used to treat psychotic behaviors. And he will start out with half of that, actually. We are aware of what side effects to watch out for, and will stop the meds and contact his Dr immediately if they appear.

I feel like there isn't a magic bullet, no accepted treatment plan, not much literature, so we are playing by gut feel right now. He is also seeing a therapist. That will be weekly starting next week.

~amy