Re: Does anyone have a little one (5 and under) on meds?

January 14, 2008

Hi ,

DD just turned five and has GAD/OCD; she began presenting with

symptoms right before her fourth birthday. Like you, we were extremely

reluctant to medicate - but DD was struggling so much, and had to drop

out of preschool. It was heartbreaking, especially for DH, who also

has anxiety issues and was reliving his own childhood while watching

his daughter fall apart.

We began prozac this summer, and it has provided DD with the breathing

space she needs, quieting the compulsions. She is worlds better.

HTH,

Ali

>

> Hello everyone! I am new here. Our 5 year old was just diagnosed with

> OCD and ODD and they recommended that we consider medication for her.

> We were a little reluctanct to go that route because she is so young,

> but since this is an anxiety-driven thing, we also don't want her to

> feel the way she feels. My husband has anxiety and panic disorder and

> he strongly identifies with her. She is too little to really understand

> her feelings to the level where we can talk about it. ANy

> ideas/experiences?

> Thanks!

>

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