Article: Not ADHD, Not Bipolar, Not Learning Disabilities – Trauma
“There are numerous signs and symptoms that let us know when our child has been traumatized. As we review them, it will become apparent that many are also part of other more commonly diagnosed problems, such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, and depression. This has become a serious problem in the fields of medicine, mental health, and education. Children are being misdiagnosed and prescribed ineffective medications that often do not work because the original diagnosis was wrong. It is my hope that with more parents learning about trauma and its impact on children’s functioning at home and at school, we will stop the misdiagnoses and use of medications that have harmed many of our children.”
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This is so true! And it’s why we have to get involved more when it comes to our health or our childrens health. Basically be the leader of management. Unfortunately not many individuals know what to ask the doctors. Or when going to doctors forget things. It’s always best to write them down this way you don’t forget to ask. Getting involved so your not being misdiagnosed.