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I don't have much time to add lots of details right now, but basically here is the doctor's opinion:

Official diagnosis right now: Gifted, ADHD, Anxiety

Possible diagnosis according to the doctor: PDD-NOS(pervasive developmental disorder, not otherwise specified); the doctor says he meets some of the criteria for a spectrum disorder on a very mild scale, but not enough to diagnose Asperger's (at least not at this point). He feels ds's anxiety is a result of his rigid thinking-thinks things should be "this" way, and when they are not, ds melts down. He also referred to the fact that ds was colicy, has sensory issues(both sensory seeking and sensory avoiding together), atypical responses to ADHD medications, difficulty reading social cues (ex: thinks people are being mean when they are not and doesn't know when to stop correcting people even when they are not being receptive to his "help".), extreme sense of justice, and adherence to rules. I just can't think of everything right now, but it make some sense coming from the doctor. I don't know if we'll end up with an Asperger's diagnosis at some point or not. I hope not, but I guess it's a possibility.

The more I read, the less convinced I am, however. Especially reading the DSM diagnostic criteria. I am willing to accept this diagnosis if it is, in fact, accurate. BUT I'm NOT willing to squeeze him into the ASD box if it doesn't fit.

Right now, we are using Ritalin IR, Prozac (starting very slow), and we are considering CBT. He may also have a "guide", or helper, at PE and possibly in the classroom if needed. We are really hoping to see a difference in the emotional regulation issues with the SSRI.

Will update more later. Thanks again for all of the support.
Jen