Does it get worse with age or better?

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Does it get worse with age or better?

by AM
(Michigan)

My 7 yr old son has always been prone to "tantrums" when faced with a transition time. Turning off TV, time for dinner, change in plans etc. He also will not wear jeans, or really any pants that button- all have to be elastic waist. He constantly chews on things and frequently falls down seemingly on purpose.

We have just dealt with it, although its exhausting, and school has been fine. He is progressing well, no problems...until the last two months.

All of a sudden it seems that all of the things we have dealt with at home, or have thought were his idiosyncrasies are now extremely amplified. He is pushing other kids, hitting them, is argumentative etc. He no longer seems willing to follow the school's behavior code, which he used to love.

I've read thru the check list and he seems to have one or two symptoms in almost every category.

We are seeking help, but now i am more afraid than ever...for all of the people on here whose kids are having severe problems...did it get worse as they aged?? Please let me know

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Sep 13, 2011
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a similar situation NEW
by: Anonymous

First of all, take a deep breath. The good thing about having a sensory disorder is that there is help that does not involve taking medication. Many children that are diagnosed with ADD actually have a sensory disorder. I have two good friends whose sons have sensory disorders. Our 5 1/2 year old has some symptoms from different sensory categories. He has always had difficulty with change, writing with a pencil, easily distracted by outside stimuli, avoids eye contact. He is very friendly and very happy so we wrote it off as immaturity or quirks. He just started Kindergarten and his teacher has suggested that he be observed and then tested by our county's school district.

I have always known that something wasn't exactly right, but couldn't put my finger on it. I'm relieved to have an idea about what we are dealing with. If I had my druthers, I would prefer this issue than ADHD and putting a young child on stimulant medication. The earlier you get help the better for everyone. Our son did quite well in preschool. The class size was small, he knew what was expected and he had the same teacher for two years. I've seen an increase in behavior issues since Kindergarten began. I'm told that with change comes frustration and the child lets it out at home. You are not alone. Mother's intuition is usually right on. If you suspect something isn't right, than it probably isn't. One of my friends who struggled with not knowing "what is wrong" has educated herself and had occupational therapy for her child. He is like a different kid, and it has only been a year since the diagnosis. Good luck. You are on the right track.

Sep 06, 2011
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4 yr old preschooler NEW
by: Anonymous

After reading this article and noticing that my son has more than two symptoms in each of these categories, we are headed to the pediatrician TODAY. I thought that he was having these symptoms due to the death of his father and grandfather whom he was very close to and just trying to adjust to the detachment. But after reading this, some of these symptom existed before they passed away and now have seemed to magnify. Thank you all for your comments and suggestions. His biggest problem now that he is in school is adjusting to transitions in the lessons. Please send more suggestions.

Apr 28, 2011
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Anon NEW
by: Anon

don't be afraid! you are seeking help and that's the best thing to do when you have concerns. find an occupational therapist that can help you address some of the issues your son is having. if he does in fact have spd, there are SO many things that can be done to help these children! therapies, resources, parenting tip/tools. my son has mild spd and we have benefited greatly from working with an OT over the last 2 years.

i'd be happy to share with you some of the things we've tried or read that have helped us. just let me know if you're interested. and to answer your question, i think the key is to start seeking help for these children so they can be successful and learn to implement the tools they will need to be happy and productive in life.

they are wired just a little bit differently neurologically and so they need a little bit more help some times in relation to emotions, social skills, help learning how to cope with change, boundaries, etc. you're son will be fine! i'm sure he's bright, funny and talented in many ways and you are a parent that is seeking help. you're on the right path! good luck.

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