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Inattentive ADHD teen - meds experiences

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Pantoufle23 · 09/07/2021 23:13

Hi, I have a recently diagnosed 15yr old dd. Academically able and school were completely unaware whilst she has been falling apart at home with homework and revision, massively propped up by us. Appt with psych in a few days to discuss meds as we’ve tried pretty much everything else, though it hasn’t been an easy decision. Keen to hear experiences of those of you with dc diagnosed in teens, esp girls. How much have meds helped and any problems with them? Big thanks x
(Also posted in child mental health)

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Pantoufle23 · 30/07/2021 06:53

Upping here for some advise. Dd now on 10mg methylphenidate/Ritalin 2x a day. No significant side effects but no clear sign it’s working either. Dr seemed to think we’d se something at this dose and as I understand it we will prob need to do a couple more dose increases before being able to try something else (Elvanse?). Is there still hope we will have a sudden change at a higher dose? Dd feeling very despondent. Thanks

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Pantoufle23 · 24/07/2021 19:01

Thanks so much for all the replies. Seems to be so many of us with teen girls, diagnosed either just before or just after GCSE’s . We are one week into meds trial ...

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Tomnooktoldmeto · 24/07/2021 09:41

@Manchestertimes with DS you can tell when he’s had his meds because his feet are still, not going in circles

Manchestertimes · 23/07/2021 23:39

Sorry to hijack the thread but my daughter was diagnosed as inattentive but in many respects she is quite hyper but there wasn't enough evidence to diagnose as combined ADHD. Can I ask if the medication for the inattentive would help with the hyper side (fidgeting etc) sorry if I am not using the correct terminology but I am new to this.

Tomnooktoldmeto · 23/07/2021 11:00

I have not one but two who are mixed but predominantly inattentive both diagnosed at 15

Meds were a game changer, DD particularly was dead in the water, meds allowed her to achieve multiple 8’s she’s now on track for top A level results

DS is still increasing his dose and again achieved fantastic results and is also on track for excellent A level results next year

If only poor DH had been picked up as a child, having the children diagnosed has at least helped him come to terms with his own educational trials and tribulations but his confidence will never recover

Manchestertimes · 22/07/2021 23:57

Hi, I could have written exactly what you have said myself. My daughter is 15 also and has done fantastic in her exams but it is due to us supporting and revising everything with her. It has been a nightmare as she was so reluctant. I organise everything as she has no time management skills. Today we had a private diagnosis of inattentive ADHD and will start meds in a few weeks. My daughter doesn't want school to know about it. Will post again once started on the meds, fingers crossed they work.