Dually diagnosed List - new

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This list is long overdue...

Its for those of us dealing with Down syndrome and a dual diagnosis (mood

disorder, ADHD, OCD). The DS Autism list has been a valuable resource for

those of us whose children do not have ASD, but I think it's time our voices

are heard and as a collective group, we can advocate for the needs of our

children in hopes of early detection, early intervetion ,resources, and

services.

To join, go here:

DownSynUpsndowns/

I got a call today from a mom who is about three years behind me in her

journey of raising a child with a dual diagnosis. I was able to tell her to

keep the hope, I did and today, my son is generally happy most of the time.

There are others out there, some who are more experienced and some just

beginning to wander. I knew was different when he was 4 and I

questioned his doctor about him having ADHD. I was told he was just

overactive. Neuropsych testing completed a few years later revealed ADHD.

There were other signs (OCD), too.....these signs should not be overlooked

at yearly physicals.

, Mom to 6 and Nanny to be in 12/06