Re: Chicago-area advice needed:7-year-old son recent OCD diagnosis

[Guest guest]

Hello, my son is on prozac and abilify for his ocd. It is the first

combination that has worked..though definately not cured. He still

makes random noises because " he has to get them out " and he is back to

asking me if i love him constantly. This is much better than the

constant intrusive thoughts he was having and the constant hand

washing. Ugh.

[Guest guest]

Hello, my son is on prozac and abilify for his ocd. It is the first

combination that has worked..though definately not cured. He still

makes random noises because " he has to get them out " and he is back to

asking me if i love him constantly. This is much better than the

constant intrusive thoughts he was having and the constant hand

washing. Ugh.

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I'm in Oak Park. My son takes Prozac for OCD and Adderall for ADHD. The Prozac

has made a huge difference with tapping/counting and fear of death. We have a

psychiatrist for meds and have seen two different therapists in Oak Park for

behavior issues--we just switched from his psychologist to a LSCW a couple weeks

ago. She seems great so far. Also, I don't know if you're still doing OT, but

there's a place called Kid's Unlimited here that specializes in kids with

sensory problems. They hold a casual support group at La Majada the first Tues

of every month--I've found it very helpful, especially when you're feeling

stressed out. If you live near Oak Park and you'd like the names/numbers, send

me an email.

[Guest guest]

Thanks for your input, . I'm in the Hinsdale/Oakbrook area. I wonder if

there's a similar organization near me. We're trying to get him an OT in the

school, but I realize I may have to go outside of the system. We're going to the

psych this weekend to discuss alternative meds for his OCD. Maybe Prozac is

worth a try. He's on Intuniv for ADHD but it's outrageously expensive, and he's

refusing to take the " big " 2 mg. pill. We may try the generic guanfacine even

though it's not long-acting. We're not able to put him on stimulant meds because

his weight is so low.

>

> Hi ,

> I'm in Oak Park. My son takes Prozac for OCD and Adderall for ADHD. The Prozac

has made a huge difference with tapping/counting and fear of death. We have a

psychiatrist for meds and have seen two different therapists in Oak Park for

behavior issues--we just switched from his psychologist to a LSCW a couple weeks

ago. She seems great so far. Also, I don't know if you're still doing OT, but

there's a place called Kid's Unlimited here that specializes in kids with

sensory problems. They hold a casual support group at La Majada the first Tues

of every month--I've found it very helpful, especially when you're feeling

stressed out. If you live near Oak Park and you'd like the names/numbers, send

me an email.

>

>

[Guest guest]

Right now, my son is not obsessed with cleanliness/hand-washing. It's primarily

counting and thoughts about " having " to do something that he can't control. I've

heard that in the future, blood tests will be able to determine which medication

will work with your individual chemistry. I wish the future were now and that we

didn't have to turn our children into human guinea pigs. It's helpful to hear

the experiences of other parents. Thank you for your input.

>

> Hello, my son is on prozac and abilify for his ocd. It is the first

> combination that has worked..though definately not cured. He still

> makes random noises because " he has to get them out " and he is back to

> asking me if i love him constantly. This is much better than the

> constant intrusive thoughts he was having and the constant hand

> washing. Ugh.

>

[Guest guest]

Right now, my son is not obsessed with cleanliness/hand-washing. It's primarily

counting and thoughts about " having " to do something that he can't control. I've

heard that in the future, blood tests will be able to determine which medication

will work with your individual chemistry. I wish the future were now and that we

didn't have to turn our children into human guinea pigs. It's helpful to hear

the experiences of other parents. Thank you for your input.

>

> Hello, my son is on prozac and abilify for his ocd. It is the first

> combination that has worked..though definately not cured. He still

> makes random noises because " he has to get them out " and he is back to

> asking me if i love him constantly. This is much better than the

> constant intrusive thoughts he was having and the constant hand

> washing. Ugh.

>

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I live in Plainfield (SW suburbs). My 10-year-old daughter was diagnosed in

early September. She is not taking meds, so I don't have anything to offer in

that regard. We have been seeing a LCPC in Naperville; if you'd like her contact

info, please email me.

I've found the outbursts to be really unsettling, especially because my daughter

is normally a pretty laid back kid. I've been reading " What to Do When Your

Child Has Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder " (which is on the recommending reading

list for this list). I found this passage to be a valuable reminder: " The more

unlovable your child acts, the more he needs your love and understanding. Remind

yourself, especially when upset, that what you are seeing is not your child,

it's OCD playing havoc with your child. If you can separate the two, you'll be

able to keep the perspective you need to help your child. You must stay calm,

focused and in charge. "

Take care,

>

> Hi! I'm . My son is a twin who was born prematurely. He's had

developmental delays since birth, and has in the past received OT (sensory)

services in the home.

>

> Over the summer, he began to touch the ground repeatedly, and make short

humming noises. We had him evaluated by a psychologist who diagnosed OCD (as

well as ADHD). We're experimenting with medications right now to treat both the

OCD and ADHD symptoms. Currently, he is taking 2 mg Intuniv for ADHD (and that

is helping him to focus) but we weaned him off Sertraline because we did not

think it was very effective.

>

> Although, now that he is off Sertraline, his OCD behaviors (counting, the

uncontrollable urge to stand up, biting himself, defiance and rage) are

escalating. I realize that medication effectiveness varies by individual, but

I'm wondering if there are any parents of elementary school age children who

have had success with a particular anti-depressant.

>

> Also, we are actively looking for a psychologist in the western suburbs of

Chicago. Anyone local to the area who can share their experiences?

>

> Thanks. I'm extremely stressed out about this because I feel like I don't know

how to handle his meltdowns/outbursts of rage when he doesn't get his way. Any

support would be very much appreciated.

>

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I live in Plainfield (SW suburbs). My 10-year-old daughter was diagnosed in

early September. She is not taking meds, so I don't have anything to offer in

that regard. We have been seeing a LCPC in Naperville; if you'd like her contact

info, please email me.

I've found the outbursts to be really unsettling, especially because my daughter

is normally a pretty laid back kid. I've been reading " What to Do When Your

Child Has Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder " (which is on the recommending reading

list for this list). I found this passage to be a valuable reminder: " The more

unlovable your child acts, the more he needs your love and understanding. Remind

yourself, especially when upset, that what you are seeing is not your child,

it's OCD playing havoc with your child. If you can separate the two, you'll be

able to keep the perspective you need to help your child. You must stay calm,

focused and in charge. "

Take care,

>

> Hi! I'm . My son is a twin who was born prematurely. He's had

developmental delays since birth, and has in the past received OT (sensory)

services in the home.

>

> Over the summer, he began to touch the ground repeatedly, and make short

humming noises. We had him evaluated by a psychologist who diagnosed OCD (as

well as ADHD). We're experimenting with medications right now to treat both the

OCD and ADHD symptoms. Currently, he is taking 2 mg Intuniv for ADHD (and that

is helping him to focus) but we weaned him off Sertraline because we did not

think it was very effective.

>

> Although, now that he is off Sertraline, his OCD behaviors (counting, the

uncontrollable urge to stand up, biting himself, defiance and rage) are

escalating. I realize that medication effectiveness varies by individual, but

I'm wondering if there are any parents of elementary school age children who

have had success with a particular anti-depressant.

>

> Also, we are actively looking for a psychologist in the western suburbs of

Chicago. Anyone local to the area who can share their experiences?

>

> Thanks. I'm extremely stressed out about this because I feel like I don't know

how to handle his meltdowns/outbursts of rage when he doesn't get his way. Any

support would be very much appreciated.

>

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I'm so glad to hear that you found someone. My fingers are crossed that it's a

good match. I'm not sure that who we are working with is quite the right fit,

but the ERP she's doing with my daughter seems to working fairly well at least.

I think it's easy to feel helpless and hopeless when trying to support your

child with this, especially when you realize that you've done something that

isn't as supportive as it could have been. Try not to beat yourself up. The

important thing is that you are taking action and getting your son the

behavioral therapy he needs.

Good luck and keep us posted!

> > >

> > > Hi! I'm . My son is a twin who was born prematurely. He's had

developmental delays since birth, and has in the past received OT (sensory)

services in the home.

> > >

> > > Over the summer, he began to touch the ground repeatedly, and make short

humming noises. We had him evaluated by a psychologist who diagnosed OCD (as

well as ADHD). We're experimenting with medications right now to treat both the

OCD and ADHD symptoms. Currently, he is taking 2 mg Intuniv for ADHD (and that

is helping him to focus) but we weaned him off Sertraline because we did not

think it was very effective.

> > >

> > > Although, now that he is off Sertraline, his OCD behaviors (counting, the

uncontrollable urge to stand up, biting himself, defiance and rage) are

escalating. I realize that medication effectiveness varies by individual, but

I'm wondering if there are any parents of elementary school age children who

have had success with a particular anti-depressant.

> > >

> > > Also, we are actively looking for a psychologist in the western suburbs of

Chicago. Anyone local to the area who can share their experiences?

> > >

> > > Thanks. I'm extremely stressed out about this because I feel like I don't

know how to handle his meltdowns/outbursts of rage when he doesn't get his way.

Any support would be very much appreciated.

> > >

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I'm so glad to hear that you found someone. My fingers are crossed that it's a

good match. I'm not sure that who we are working with is quite the right fit,

but the ERP she's doing with my daughter seems to working fairly well at least.

I think it's easy to feel helpless and hopeless when trying to support your

child with this, especially when you realize that you've done something that

isn't as supportive as it could have been. Try not to beat yourself up. The

important thing is that you are taking action and getting your son the

behavioral therapy he needs.

Good luck and keep us posted!

> > >

> > > Hi! I'm . My son is a twin who was born prematurely. He's had

developmental delays since birth, and has in the past received OT (sensory)

services in the home.

> > >

> > > Over the summer, he began to touch the ground repeatedly, and make short

humming noises. We had him evaluated by a psychologist who diagnosed OCD (as

well as ADHD). We're experimenting with medications right now to treat both the

OCD and ADHD symptoms. Currently, he is taking 2 mg Intuniv for ADHD (and that

is helping him to focus) but we weaned him off Sertraline because we did not

think it was very effective.

> > >

> > > Although, now that he is off Sertraline, his OCD behaviors (counting, the

uncontrollable urge to stand up, biting himself, defiance and rage) are

escalating. I realize that medication effectiveness varies by individual, but

I'm wondering if there are any parents of elementary school age children who

have had success with a particular anti-depressant.

> > >

> > > Also, we are actively looking for a psychologist in the western suburbs of

Chicago. Anyone local to the area who can share their experiences?

> > >

> > > Thanks. I'm extremely stressed out about this because I feel like I don't

know how to handle his meltdowns/outbursts of rage when he doesn't get his way.

Any support would be very much appreciated.

> > >

> >

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