Hi all. I haven't posted in a while. Just wanted to give an update on DGS6.
He was given the WISC-III and scored MG with some really low scores on processing speed and working memory. We followed that up with a PIAT-R which showed him well above grade level in everything but reading comprehension, which is a grade below. I know it is not the best, but we are in a rural area and it was what I could get for now.
He is being evaluated for ADHD (almost certain he has it). So far, we have an anxiety diagnosis (we knew that) and a mild oculomotor issue for which he will begin vision therapy next month. The school is seeing some issues, especially the anxiety, but not everything we see.
We see the pediatrician tomorrow and she wants to have him evaluated by a developmental specialist and we have an appointment with a neurospsych later this month.
My biggest question is how do we get an accurate IQ test for him? We've spoken with the GDC, but are not sure we will get what we need there. Does medication help with the working memory issues and other academic issues? He is frustrated because he knows and understands so much more than he can express at school. Timed tests are a total disaster and his behavior is getting worse.
Sorry for the long post.
leahchris
