Posted by Bill L on June 19, 2001, at 8:36:12
In reply to Re: Bill,, posted by Willow on June 18, 2001, at 20:45:01
I know how tough it is to decide whether or not to give them a pill. If she is upbeat in general then I would not give the medication. I don't see antidepressants really being the best thing for situational problems. Only if extended periods of feeling down, extreme anxiety, or antisocial behavior becomes the norm. Good luck!
> I guess I'll discuss it with her psychologist and the family doctor. With my daughter, her anxiety got worse when I became ill. During a bad spell when I quit working I believe she had a bout with depression. I was in a bad way so didn't notice, but several months later on her report card it said that she was crying at school and having a hard time doing her work. My heart broke, you would think that a teacher would notify a parent when there's a severe change in a child's behaviour?
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> Anyway she had inquired about the medication, but right now she seems pretty upbeat. It's hard to say what is normal and when they need extra help. Gees!
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> Thanks for replying! Glad you made it through those teen-years. Give yourself a pat on the back and a happy belated Father's day!!
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> Willow
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