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    Bloodsugar Woes

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    Nutrition facts.org is a very interesting website.  One video about DM- https://nutritionfacts.org/2018/09/20/how-to-reverse-type-2-diabetes/

    Bottom line: a lot of science suggests vegetarian/plant based whole foods diets are even better than ADA, and the ADA diet (and DASH diet) was recommended because the societies thought typical Americans wouldn’t even try to eat that way.  I disagree and think if more people knew the evidence of what it might do, a lot more people would change their lifestyle.  

    It must be frustrating.  (Hugs)

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    ADHD evaluation

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    4 hours ago, Jen500 said:

    Is there any 'standard' for what is included in an adhd evaluation? I have read that evals can range from just a pediatrician's visit to a full day's workup with lots of testing. What kind of professional is best to go to?

    I've made an appt with an MD in psychiatry at a Children's Hospital that I've always had good experiences with; however, it'll be $400 for an 80 min. appt. (The doctors that take our insurance don't have openings until next summer) Can a doctor make an ADHD evaluation in that 80 min?

    This is for ds13.  His grades are all over the place and he says he has problems focusing in many classes (ps). His dad most certainly has ADHD but refuses any help. I don't want ds to suffer if there are things he/we can do differently to help.

     

    Also, to address if the doctor can make the diagnosis in one appt, the answer is almost always no.  Most first appts are gathering info, handing out forms or scheduling for testing, and a follow up to go over results is common.  If they need a between appt for testing too, that’s a third appt.  But, it’s possible the office is set up with forms ahead of time or something. I would talk to the front desk and ask how many minimum visits are usually necessary for adhd diagnosis.  They may have a standard reply of two, or you have to see the doctor first, and that may give you a guideline of what you can expect.

    There are different diagnosis forms available but also some new computer testing possibilities so each practitioner is different.  It shouldn’t be a daylong eval unless other considerations are possible.  If you give more details we may be able to guide you.

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    ADHD evaluation

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    I have to gently disagree with pp about not using a pediatrician to diagnose.  I would say it depends.  Most pediatricians I know feel comfortable diagnosing and treating Adhd (and it is probably covered by your insurance).  Adhd diagnosis is straightforward for a lot of people (meet criteria 1, 2, 3, and that’s it).  However, a visit should be confirmed with the front staff as it’s usually a long appt and some peds don’t diagnose or treat.  

    I would see a specialist if: there’s a concern of something else, like a learning disability, mental illness, behavioral disorder, etc.  Or, possibly see a child psychiatrist if you want to incorporate behavioral therapy with meds in one place (which I’d recommend).  A developmental pediatrician can also diagnose and treat.  Many school counselors who do IQ testing can also diagnose, but not treat medically.  Other reasons to see a specialist would be if you think it may be borderline (not an obvious diagnosis), to help get a correct answer at first.  A neuropsychologist who tests for learning disabilities, cannot treat medically either, unless in some states they have prescription privileges.

    You can easily look online at criteria for diagnosis to see if it’s likely.  

    Desk cycle, pedals under desk, would we use this?

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    DS uses one regularly while doing seatwork.  At a couch it’s too difficult, but good at our table.  Any work that doesn’t need steady handwork is done while cycled.  Honestly, it’s only been regular for a few weeks now, but we do sit a deal during the day so I’m grateful he’ll do it to stave off sedentary schoolwork.  I’d use one too but I’m usually walking around and working too.  

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    hard to understand 2 YO

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    At two years old, the general guideline is understandable speech 50% of the time.  With added frustration, I’d seek a referral and evaluation now.  Sine a doctor orders the referral, you don’t need to go by what the speech therapist says, necessarily.    Plus, at two, early intervention takes care of it (usually free) in most states.  Some early intervention even has self referral, so you don’t have to go through your doctor.

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    help with business name ideas - NEW poll options!

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    5 hours ago, Ktgrok said:

    YIKES!!!! That is NOT a connotation I had thought of or would want! But now that you say it, I totally get it. Loyalty Unleashed suddenly sounds like a marketing slogan for a swingers resort or something. Not sure I can get that image out of my head now, lol!

    I think my favorite so far is The Polite Pack but not sure if it sounds weird? Like the Rat Pack, lol? 

    The Polite Pack - Training Pets, Teaching People?

    I’m really sorry if I ruined it for you.  But I did want to be honest in case it was detrimental and I could be helpful.  ?. 

    One beneficial thought I did have is to consider if there’s any possibility of expanding the business in the future to breeding or pet sitting as part of your company.  If so, maybe be generic so that the business name isn’t too specific in the future.  I’m sorry if I missed you mentioning that.

    nm

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    Personally I’d forget about it, but I hate conflict.  I have aging relatives and I can easily think they may not see an email, may have forgotten about an email, etc.  But, when she’s speaking while I’m there, I would correct her.  And I’d limit all contact as well to bare minimum.  This behavior will worsen if you cave in (if grandkids contact her, it won’t be enough, etc).

    hugs

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