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Q: ADHD combined and PDD_NOS

asked by: CaNdItAs CrAzY LaNd on April 12th, 2008

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ok well now i have more info on my son but im still at a loss as to what to do to help him and get the school to cooperate in order to help him as well.

So at his appt friday they the dr/therepist gave me a letter for the school phsycologist (we have a meeting with him tuesday for an IEP)
ADHD combined type
PDD_NOS=pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified

he shows signs of both inattention and hyperactivity
with difficulty sustaining attention on tasks
exhibits pervasive impairment in social interaction and verbal skills
does not maintain eye contact
engages in repetitive rituals and movements hasdelayed verbal skills without using another method of communication
difficulty interpreting social cues in his environment

understand anything??? cause im still confused bigtime

im just sooo frustrated it has been a very long battle for my son and im afraid it wont get any easier for him

Replies(13)

michelle1981

replied on April 12th, 2008

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Have they not assessed him for Autism? I thought you mentioned something about that.

Candita, how old is he again?

An IEP(Individualized Education Program) will help specify his needs & outline problematic areas. This helps the school place him in a programme focused on his needs.
Jordan has an IEP, and it's helped immensely!

CaNdItAs CrAzY LaNd

replied on April 12th, 2008

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he has an iep and he has autism spectrum disorder along with the rest
the school told my husband and I that jared would have an aid with him this year but he hasnt had one at all and they are trying to kick him out so we are fighting them over it.they want us to pull him this year and place him again next year so they dont have to deal with him (his teacher doesnt want to deal with him)
they have done 3 iep without my pressence so i told them i am requesting one with me present . i found out that they are not supposed to do this with out me go fig so now im trying to gather as much info as pos to take with me tuesday into this meeting and fight with them cause im tired of all the crap with them

michelle1981

replied on April 12th, 2008

Supporter

What a terrible school! He should be in a diagnostic class - or something along those lines. He needs as much support as he can get!

Let us know how the meeting turns out.

CaNdItAs CrAzY LaNd

replied on April 12th, 2008

Supporter

thank you i will im just soo upset about this he has worked so hard and come so far only for his teacher and principle to treat him like this

mc4ever02

replied on April 13th, 2008

Extremely eHealthy

Sorry hun, I don't really understand any of that, it just goes right over my head.

I just wanted to tell you that I'm praying for you and your little boy. I really hope you are able to get him in with a program that will help him overcome everything.

Let us know how things go.

CaNdItAs CrAzY LaNd

replied on April 13th, 2008

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thank you it means alot to me that i have all of you guys for support it has been a verry hard day today with him and nothing seems to be alright im soo tired and just exhasted from crying so much i feel like the worst mom ever like it is my fault he is like this i mean i know there was nothing that i did to cause this but i just feel like it

michelle1981

replied on April 13th, 2008

Supporter

I can definitely feel your pain, Candita. You have to remember that YOU did nothing wrong. It's not your "fault". Just keep being the mother you are, and just know that there are always ppl out there that can relate and offer the support you need.

CaNdItAs CrAzY LaNd

replied on April 13th, 2008

Supporter

thank you its just at times very overwhelming i feel like im burning a candel at both ends

Mabel

replied on April 14th, 2008

Moderator

CaNdItAs CrAzY LaNd wrote:

Oh no, they are not supposed to do an IEP meeting without contacting you first. In fact, YOU have to sign ALL the IEP paperwork. So def. look into a meeting with YOU present. Stand your ground also (I know it is hard), but you are the parent and they are there to help you (even though they'll fight it).

They can not kick your child out. You can threaten them with the American's with disabilities act. Your child is PROTECTED because he has an IEP and is now considered within the school system to be disabled.

Good luck!

TMJWorld

replied on April 14th, 2008

Extremely eHealthy

be persistant---get what you want--and if they wont give it to you sue them the law is on your side

antigone

replied on April 25th, 2008

Extremely eHealthy

If you get no where with the school, hire an attorney. This is a serious violation. My sons have IEP's. Never is there a meeting or discussion without my presence. That is not to say they are always compliant with the IEP and the needs of my children but they do follow the law.

You should be given a sheet with the rights your son has within the school system and how the school must comply. Make sure you get this.

Have you been to any support group in your area? You are truly overwhelmed and need the outlet. Many parents have walked the path you are on and can guide you along the way. Google search for a support group in your area. Some support groups even have legal advisors to help parents with the more complicated issues or help when a school refuses to comply. There may be parents that can tell you how to deal with the school on your own.

Keep us up to date. We are here for you.

aflsh

replied on May 3rd, 2008

Active User, very eHealthy

I have had to fight with my sons school as well. My advice is keep fighting. We have been there and we support you. Let us know how everything goes. Good luck.

moniquej4

replied on December 5th, 2009

New User (online)

Keep fighting you are the best advocate for your son !
NOTHING would never get get done if we parent's stopped fighting for our childrens rights ! GOD BLESS

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