tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2021436654249413703.post9052948772211131827..comments2023-10-04T09:01:54.602-07:00Comments on FROM 0 TO 3 IN 90 DAYS: Cluing in the Clueless..or Advocating for Your Older Adopted Child in a World that Doesnt Get it.obladi obladahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369698071576277433noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2021436654249413703.post-44787099668663338132010-06-07T14:46:48.797-07:002010-06-07T14:46:48.797-07:00Sometimes what looks like ADHD is actually Trauma ...Sometimes what looks like ADHD is actually Trauma related coping mechanisms. Example: not paying attention is ADHD related-scanning, monitoring the environment for "dangers" and "threats" is Trauma PTSD related. The behaviors can look the same (kid is staring around class and looks like they are not listening). There are many different environmental supports and changes that can be put in place to help both types of kids that DON'T involve meds. As an educator I can honestly say that any school a month away from summer break is NOT a pretty place. Kids are melting down right and left and teachers are losing their patience and sense of humor. Not the best time to assess or make big decisions on a kid's future...glad to hear you'll revisit this next year.Mama Drama Times Twohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04935810256080795505noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2021436654249413703.post-78990442993482400912010-06-07T12:14:26.737-07:002010-06-07T12:14:26.737-07:00Well, I'm a complete ditz and I don't have...Well, I'm a complete ditz and I don't have a teaching degree, but it's pretty easy to see that the teacher just isn't listening to you!<br />Hello, it's the end of the year anyway, can it be THAT bad? Jerkface.Maceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01405187347144334323noreply@blogger.com