I have a 13 year old with adhd and bipolar disorder. My problem is excessive talking. Help I am at witts end.
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If you haven't already done so, you need to talk to your doctor about adjusting the dose of your child's medication. I have been through this with my own son, and I can tell you that as children grow, the dosage has to be adjusted. My son is now 26, and on his own; he will probably be on a dosage of some medication for the rest of his life, barring future developments in this field. However, he has done very well, and is a successful mechanical engineer, working on a project for a lunar rover, no less!
We have had excellent results with the drug zoloff. Does not make her a zombie,just keeps the "extra" brain activity in check.ask your doctor about its benifits..George
Excessive talking is known as hyperverbosity, and generally is associated with hyperarousal. The symptom can present in ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and OCD, a common triad of conditions in adults. Dances with Unicorns is correct to propose a medication re-evaluation, and I would recommend that the psychiatrist also begin to evaluate for other possible OCD symptoms.
Behaviorally, pattern interruption is recommended, which is doing an activity inconsistent with the problematic behavior. So, you might want to consider having your child put on headphones when excessive talking starts, and initially sing to music, then listen to music, rewarding extended periods of time where listening is happening.
You can find support and tips from other parents and experts if your community has a local organization of CHADD, the national organization for patients, family, and friends of adults and children with ADD spectrum behaviors. Good luck to you.
Hi, I am bipolar myself . and i have noticed that some times the medications that people are on for this disorder are not the correct ones. however it does take time for a person to adjust to there medications. I have learned to stay away from caffeine and foods that break down in to sugar . but the best thing that i have learned is there are a ton of different medications out there don't be afraid to try a different combinations, it may take a while to find the right one.
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