My 13 year old son is ADHD

[Tyandkelsie13]

My 13 year old son was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 8; although I knew he had it much earlier.

He hates to take his meds, he thinks it means he is dumb, it's a daily struggle.

His father left us 2 years ago. He is not dealing with the divorce. He sees a conselor weekly, is smart but struggles because of his behavior. I have talked to the school staff and placed him on a 504 plan. I seem to be getting nowhere. I do t know how to discipline him since it's a medical issue and he truly do t mean it.

His dad doesn't accept his problem. He hates his life.

[Shotsymama]

The best thing you can do is love him through it! Hug him often, tell him he is a gift from God and that there is no one you'd rather have as a son.

His father sounds unsupportive and probably isn't the best man to have as a role model. I mean, he can't really just "not accept" that your son has ADHD... that's like saying someone has a limb when they clearly do not.

Take care of yourself, you can't help your son if you're not taking care of yourself.

Have you guys tried behavioral therapy? It is supposed to be great for you and your approach to parenting him as well.

This website is fantastic. Keep talking to other parents! You're not alone by any means!

[Tyandkelsie13 in reply to Shotsymama]

Thank you. It's so hard. He goes to counseling and I go in as well. We have never approached behavior therapy but I will ask his counselor.