This is out of control and completely shocked me. This article blew my mind.
It is outrageous to think that we are prescribing these anti-psychotic drugs at a rate of 200-500% more than in previous years. Looks like I wasn’t the only one looking for a simple solution.
But what is REALLY shocking that the FDA has never approved these drugs to be used in children. They have been tested in adults to treat much more severe conditions but no one has bothered to test whether they are safe in kids!
And looks at these side effects:
“Side effects, including diabetes, increased serum lipids, significant weight gain, sedation and cardiovascular effects, are frequently encountered with atypical anti-psychotics. Children may be more likely to develop these side effects, and once occurring, they may stay with the child for years into adulthood.”
Mike is too important to me to risk these side-effects just for my own piece of mind. I am so glad that the behavior modification program worked. If we had to resort to drugs as a long-term solution I don’t know what would have happened to his health.
I am a firm believer that with hard work and patience parents can overcome the problems associated with oppositional defiance disorder and provide their children a happier, healthier life.
Don’t be mistaken, behavior training is NOT easy! It requires work. But to me, Mike is worth it….. and so much more.
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