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Jeanette Farmer
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21-Sep-2007
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Gina Andress - August 11, 2002

E-mail:
gand615@Xnet

Location:
Fishkill, NY USA

Comments:
I have been a parent representative for a few years and have sat in on several CSE meetings. I'd say 80% of the time the school personnel and psychologist mention the child being ADD/ADHD. They don't look at what is behind the behavior. They automatically think because the child can't pay attention that it must be ADD. In one situation the child's performance proved he was not understanding the work and needed a different method of instruction. The teachers didn't realize this. Thankfully the child got the appropriate instruction and is doing wonderfully. School personnel have to stop going for the quick fix and evaluate more the environment and method of instruction.

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Cheryle Reed - July 29, 2002

E-mail:
creed31331@Xcom

Location:
Townsend, GA USA

Comments:
Thanks again for the information on retraining the brain. It has been a pleasure to read, I have been fighting with this problem for about 7 years now. I refused at give my son ritalin for many years and I am still not going to do it. Thanks again for all information

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Attention Difference - July 25, 2002

E-mail:
cranece@Xnet

Location:
Chicago, IL USA

Comments:
Change the classroom to fit the children. If children are not learning the old "left brain" way maybe there's a good reason for it. Maybe society in the their future will need their brains to function in this new way. Perhaps they are here to change the old structures because they do not work anymore. The world needs social change. Plenty of "left brained" people are in power now and look at the state of the world. My ADHD-labeled son never watches TV or plays video games. He is incredibly curious and learns most things he's interested in on his own because he is driven to. If only schools could harness this drive and build on it. Change the schools. Do not retro-fit the child.

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Lolita - July 14, 2002

E-mail:
BigL@Xcom

My URL:
http://teachers-resources.com/lolita.html

Location:
Little Rock, AR USA

Comments:
Some good data for teachers here! Thanks

Name:
Noel - June 29, 2002

E-mail:
Sweet21125@Xcom

Location:
Bayville , Nj USA

Comments:
I really enjoyed the information that was shared on this web page, but i still have a few questions that i need answered. If you could please help me i would really appreciate it. My question is: I have this child in my summer school class, he is given ritalin in the morning approx.8:00 am and then he takes it again at 12:00pm. In the morning we are able to get him to function and preform the way a student should then around 12:30 when the second dosage kicks in my assistant and I have the worst time controlling him. He has become a hurtful to himself and others in the classroom. If you could please give me some ideas to what we could to to curtail the disruptive be- havior i would really appreciate it? Thank you so very much.

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Carla Crawford - June 18, 2002

E-mail:
Burkscf@Xcom

Location:
Norfolk, VA USA

Comments:
I have a 5 year old son who has an impulsive behavioral problem. He has not been labled with ADHD but is showing signs. I have been taking him to a neurologist who says his behavior is not consistent enough to label as ADHD. In the meantime I have had to switch babysiter and Iam at my wits end trying to find a solution. Iam a single parent who is doing all that 1 person can do. Any suggestions??

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Lawrence Smith - June 15, 2002

E-mail:
info@Xcom

My URL:
http://www.ritalindeath.com

Location:
Auburn Hills, MI USA

Comments:
Informing parents, and raising questions, on the validity of Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder-ADHD. Why are millions of children being drugged into control, with dangerous stimulant medications, that are comparable to Cocaine? Why is the health of millions of children in the US being put at risk just because psychiatry believes they have a disorder? www.ritalindeath.com

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Tammy Motyl - June 05, 2002

E-mail:
tlmotyl@Xcom

Location:
Los Angeles, Ca. USA

Comments:
Dear Jeanette. My son has been diagnosed with ADHD since he was in the second grade. He is now in the eigth grade and is failing. I just got home from his IEP appointment that has taken me 4 years to get a school to do, and I am at a loss of what to do for my son. He has a very large learning problem and they have decided he should be in specail education for the remainder of his academic career. I agree with them on this. But I do however have a problem I could use your advice about. I would like some information on support groups for kids with this problem. My husband doesn't understand it at all and thinks I am just making excuses for my son. Please help me. Sincerely, Tammy Motyl

Name:
Pam Butler - June 03, 2002

E-mail:
pbutler@Xcom

Location:
Dallas, TX USA

Comments:
I was delighted to learn about your approach to writing. As a Montessori teacher and administrator for 30 years I have seen a steady decline in the readiness of children learning to read and write. I am ordering your program right now! Thank you for your years of research and your effort to produce a systematized program to meet the needs of the children of today.

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perezmatilda - June 02, 2002

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Location:
san j0se, ca USA

Comments:
please let me now about anxiety attack i need to learn now

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Adrian Mathews - May 21, 2002

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adrian@Xcom

My URL:
http://www.iwr.com/becalmd/

Location:
Portland, OR USA

Comments:
Hi Jeanette, was just checking our link partners and wanted to say thanks. Why Be Stressed, Depressed, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, or Drug/alcohol Addict?

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darlene - May 12, 2002

E-mail:
dardoninc@Xcom

Comments:
I would like to know if any one out there has actually used this program and how effective you felt it was. I am very interested but I do not want ot invest in something that is more or less a gimick. Thank you for your input

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TONI PIPPIN - May 06, 2002

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toni_pippin@Xcom

Location:
DUBLIN, GA USA

Comments:
MY STEPSON HAS TORRIETS SYNDROME AND I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR DIFFRENT WAYS TO HELP HIM BESIDES MEDICAYION.

Name:
Donna - May 04, 2002

E-mail:
dondonqt@Xcom

Comments:
Hi I am an elementary school counsellor in the Caribbean. I have been working with several pupils with ADD and ADHD. Not all of them are on medication and to be honest I cannot say that I really see much difference in their behaviour. They are at varying degrees of academic achievement, and represent the spectrum of societal class. It is refreshing to see that there is not only research showing the possibilities of alternatives to medication, but there is also something practical that can be tried. I have several manuals and programmes designed to address ADHD with the ppupils but I find it frustrating as the condition does not really permit these kids to transfer what they have read or discussed in their sessions. MAybe this is worth a try. Donna

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Virginia Frye - April 29, 2002

E-mail:
virginia@Xcom

Location:
Burnettsville, In USA

Comments:
Hi, I m a 67 year grandmother of 3 ADD grandchildren, 2 were on Ritilin in grads school, the one boy was in a daze all the time, the other boy was able to maintain, the 3rd a girl was not on it and is still very hyper.she is 18 and only a sophmore in school. I also work at an elementary school with 17 ADD 1st graders and some are on the med and some need to be. It is very hard to keep them on task but by working one on one seems to be the best solution .From the beginning of school till now , the one I spend the most time with has made quite a change. At 1st we couldn't keep his attention and he ran around the room, now he sits , studies and will ask for help. I hate to see anyone put on medication if there is another way to over come the problem I have also homeschool An Add boy through 8 and 9 grade English. he plans to take summer school and will graduate ahead of his classsmates so presistance& patience paid off People need to spend time with the kids and not rush into the medcine scene Some teacher want the kids put on medication because they don't want the distubance I plan to tutor a 7th grade child this summer I read the ad in the paper so don't know the cicumstances, but it said needed help in all subjects So it will be a challenge , but if I can make a change in one person's life then that is good Virginia

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Virginia M. Perez - April 14, 2002

E-mail:
vmperez2001@Xcom

Location:
Victorville, CA United States

Comments:
I enjoyed your site I am a full time student at A college. And I came arose your site when I was doing a serge for ADD I have a term paper do on the subject. So I desided to look some of your stuff up. And I enjoyed it a lot. I am also a student that has ADD. Was dianose with it at the age of six. So I can understand what they go through. Thank you agen for your site. your Virginia Perez

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Lisa L. Nipper - April 08, 2002

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llnipper@Xcom

Location:
Chatham, MS USA

Comments:
First I have heard about this. Interesting!

Name:
Lucy - April 06, 2002

E-mail:
aldana@Xcom

Location:
Sydney, nsw Australia

Comments:
My daugther has been diagnostic with ADHD, She is 7 years old, I'm very confuse about the side effects of the medication she is going to be. Tell me is anything diferent than the medication we can tray? Her concentration is very poor, and academically she is behind to the other childrens. Please help us to found the right decision. I don't know if is possible to tray Naturophat and if is going to work. Please I need this orientation as soon as possible. Thank you LUCY

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LeeAnn - April 05, 2002

E-mail:
leeannfarinas@Xcom

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Location:
Havre, MT USA

Comments:
I am in interested in ADHD even though none of my 4 children have this. I have been observing many children through my friends and 3 of my friend's children are on Ritalin. I am going to give this email address to them as I feel they will benefit from this. I am against medicating our children instead of finding other alternative ways of handling these types of situations. Thank you!!

Name:
M Hummer - March 30, 2002

E-mail:
mhummer@Xcom

Location:
Latrobe, CA USA

Comments:
I really want to thank you for your wonderful program. My son at 7 was having difficulty tieing his shoes, writing etc. He is homeschooled, and while not ADD, very "bright and bouncy!" We have been doing your exercises for two weeks and the effects are fantastic. He can tie his shoes and he writes in his journal every day. He also LOVES the exercises! His 18 year old brother still has illegible handwriting even though he has a 160 IQ. I would have loved to have had your program ten years ago for him. THANK YOU!

Name:
Tori Heath - March 22, 2002

E-mail:
theath@Xcom

Location:
High Point, NC USA

Comments:
I am 61, was on Ritalin for >20 yrs with tremendous results. Because of hypertension I have had to stop taking it. It's hard....I am interested in your handwriting program. Are there any parts of it that could possibly be helpful.

Name:
Nathan Harrington - March 19, 2002

E-mail:
justiceaction@Xcom

Location:
Lewiston, Maine USA

Comments:
I am a student in the Teacher Ed program at Bates College. I was diagnosed ADHD in 2nd grade but didn't start taking Ritalin until 5th grade when my behavior became really untenable. For the first few months I didn't notice a thing and yet I was getting stright A's and all the teachers loved me. We were all saying Ritalin was my savior and all that. But in 6th grade I started to realize that Ritalin was completely changing my personality. I stopped growing, lost all apetitite, couldn't sleep and developed a sort of social phobia. I demanded, and my parents and teachers eventually agreed, that I stop taking Ritalin. It was really hard at fist but I learned to control myself and ended up basically outgrowing it completely. Now I'm gettinggreat grade at the numbr 18 libral arts college in the nation. I still bounce my leg when I'm sitting and tap my pencil, but that certainly doesn't qualify me for a disability. I am now preparing to become a teacher, and I think the medical approach is seriously flawed. I am determined not to label my students the way I was labeled. The ADHD-Ritalin-Industrial Complex must be stopped. I've never heard of handwriting therapy, but we need as many natural alternative as we can get!

Name:
Jim Talarico - March 12, 2002

E-mail:
JPTAL@Xcom

Location:
Ware, MA USA

Comments:
My son is an 18 year old Senior in H.S. We did not have him diagnosed with ADD until the end of his JR. year. He is now taking Concerta and doing better. We would like to see him do well without the drugs but his behavior and grades suffer when he is off the drug. we are considering a post graduate year for him ata prep school next year.

Name:
Esther Carr Weithers - March 03, 2002

E-mail:
emweithers @Xcom

Comments:
Found your site while browsing. I am a special needs teacher and aware of the effects of Ritlin on the kids I have worked with over the years. I am keenly interested in your handwriting theory. I have reason to believe that this approach may meet the needs of our children. Will like more information, please.

Name:
Michael Trafford - March 01, 2002

E-mail:
gerard.dunbar@Xca

Location:
Bobcaygeon, Ont Canada

Comments:
Hi Jeanette, I am 15 yrs old. I am on Ritalin and I have been on this drug since 1994. I would like to stop taking it however when I miss a pill and go to school I cannot concentrate and I feel like I am a different person.I am a boy and I'm in a special program in Grade 9 at St. Peter's High School in Peterborough, Ont.I would like to talk to other boys like me.My phone number is 1-705-657-1623. Please contact me via my e-mail. Thanks, Michael.

Name:
Rhonda Weatherup - February 26, 2002

E-mail:
rhondaweatherup@Xnet

Location:
Brooks, GA USA

Comments:
My 13 year old son needs a solution! He is bright and defeated. His handwriting is attrocious and slows him down. Help! I can't afford to buy your product. What other solutions are out there?

Name:
Shelly Marvin - February 15, 2002

E-mail:
smmarvin@Xcom

Location:
Escondido, CA USA

Comments:
My son is almost 10 years old and has been on Ritalin for a little over 2 years. My sons knowledge of different object have been compromised by Ritalin. If any one has any helpfull hints on getting that part of his memory back please write me. Thank you.

Name:
Angelique Langley - February 11, 2002

E-mail:
AngeliqueLangley@Xcom

Location:
West Dulwich, UK

Comments:
What a suprise, I was looking for writing curriculm plans when this site came up. My 8yr old was diagnosed as having social ADD, he can contain himself in a class room setting as strict boundaries are in place, though this is not the case all the time. It is at home we have the problems, the constant attacking of his brother or other children visiting my house, the inability to sit at any one task for more than 5 minutes and the general pace of life with a child of this nature. Have only considered drugs when I reach the point of boiling about every 2-3 months. But once over this I come back to my senses. Putting such young children on drugs of this nature can do them no good. I feel they need to try to develop strategies in their own minds as to how to control/regulate themselves. Drugs just mask their difficulties not help them understand.

Name:
ESTHER ARIAS - February 09, 2002

E-mail:
ESTHER2872@XCOM.MX

Location:
PROVIDENCE, RI USA

Comments:
MY 6 YEARS OLD HAS GOOD BEHAVIOR ONLY UNDER THE RITALIN MEDICATION. I WAS WAITING FOR SOMETHING DIFERENT.THANKS. I FEAR ONE DAY MY CHILD GO OUT OF COTROL.OR FROM ONE MEDICINE TO ANOTHER.

Name:
Brittany Celine - February 05, 2002

E-mail:
daisy_face15@Xcom

Location:
Gladwin, mi USA

Comments:
I feel that doctors should look at the child much more carefully before they decide to perscribe the medicine to the children. I know first hand what this "helping" drug does to people. I don't think that any child can ever be put on it. It is very eaasy to get addicted to it and it is wrong to give it to your child, you may think that it helps but in the long run it will only hurt the child.

Name:
Susanne Pellicano - February 03, 2002

E-mail:
pellicano@Xcom

Location:
W Sacramento, ca USA

Comments:
My husband Carl and I are Grandparents of a beautiful five year old Granddaughter named Emily Rose whose parents, our Son David and his Wife Katrina,have decided she is too active. Our whole family sees her as a very normal child. She is not overactive for a five year old. We all feels she is very normal. I have a lazy daughter-in-law who likes to sleep in, in the morning and our Granddaughter just put a crimp in this. We are frustrated because they want to put her on Ritalin. We are scared to death of all the side effects. I am researching everything I can fine on the drug and alternative methods of working with Emily. She is in kindergarten and her teacher says she is not able to learn and that she feels Emily should be tested for ADD. We all find it curious that she can learn songs, poems, games and other things that interest her. We all feel the teacher just wants to be her on some medication and put her in a corner so she is not a distraction. As you can tell I do not agree with this teacher or our daughter-in-law. My son is easily led by her. I would like to purchase your book. Could you help me to find it please. I went to some book stores here in Sacramento, California but they do not carry it. Please help us. Worried and stressed out Grandparents, Carl and Susanne Pellicano. You can write us at P.O. Box 541, Broderick, California 95605-0541, or as I stated before, E-Mail me at pellicano@Xcom. Thank you very much for your research and caring about children as you do!

Name:
Bronagh Corey - February 03, 2002

E-mail:
bcorey@Xcarrickmore.ni.sch.uk

Location:
Ireland,

Comments:
I am a Special Educational Needs teacher and I have taught several ADHD and ADD children. They really were a challenge.I was exhausted but I never exhausted my energies on them. I tried everything within my powers.I did not give up and refused to do so.It was a real learning process for me even though I had read up. Theory is one thing but practice is another.

Name:
sally - January 26, 2002

E-mail:
paul.rees22@Xcom

Location:
west midlands, england

Comments:
my son is 9 and has ADHD his teachers do not realy understand adout ADHD so they see him as being naughty. but he is not he is very cleaver i am going to try your program and will let you know thankyou sally

Name:
Laurie Lada - January 25, 2002

E-mail:
laurielada@Xcom

Location:
Southington, CT USA

Comments:
Your program sounds wonderful. I heard about it from another Mom Who is taking her daughter to the same place I take my son for neurofeedback.I am a COTA and an RN. Would love to hear from other professionals who have used your program personally and professionally. Thank you!

Name:
Debbie Greene - January 17, 2002

E-mail:
dg80524

Location:
Fishkill, NY USA

Comments:
Oh, there's too much to type at one sitting!!! I just came from my son's class, where the teacher recommended me considering music for his attention needs. I have been steering away from drugs, but behavior techniques only work temporarily for him. I logged on, and, through "CHADD" I ended up here. Oddly, writing happens to be frustrating for my son, so I'm going to present what I've found to his teacher, and hopefully, after an "OK" for the purchase from his school, your program will begin to close the gap for what I, and I EMPHASIZE the I, feel is the developmentally SOUND way to go. ( ALL puns intended!) I hope to report/confirm the good news in the near future. Sincerely, Debbie Greene

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Dina Carroll - January 16, 2002

E-mail:
mrsdlcarroll@Xcom

Location:
coral springs, FL USA

Comments:
I was led to this website from a handwriting analysis colleague of yours. I was given an insightful psychological profile of my 9 yr old son from a 'scribble' handwriting sample. I'm amazed by the depth of information I was given in areas of motivation, personality type, mother-father relationships,learning styles,etc. What I'm not clear on is how to remediate some of the issues of lack of impulse control, low frustration,easily angered,etc. I'm fascinated with the concept of your program yet would like to know more before ordering. I'm also an OT (currently at-home-mom of 4) who could implement the program with others as well. Could I read some testimonials from OTs? Thanks...looks great!!!

Name:
Dianne Jones - January 14, 2002

E-mail:
nuyaka@Xnet

Location:
Okmulgee, Oklahoma USA

Comments:
My 6 yr.old grandson is on Ritalin for ADD but not HD. Although he reads at a 3rd grade level or more, he has no interest in writing or coloring. Fine motor skills are poor. Would this work for him?

Name:
Debbi Myers - January 06, 2002

E-mail:
apndebbi51@Xcom

Location:
Cortland, Oh USA

Comments:
My 20 y/o son at college was recently diagnosed w/borderline ADHD and MD gave him Ritalin 20mg SR & I am not so sure this was the correct route to take considering all the abuse of this drug. I am a nurse practitioner but have little to do w/primary care. I know his MD will probably not speak to me regarding this issue as he is 20. What are your thoughts? Do most children make it to 20 & then get diagnosed?

Name:
Lucy Whittle - January 03, 2002

E-mail:
luwhittle@Xnet

Location:
Sheffield, UK

Comments:
I am currently training to be a teacher (the english PGCE) and have become interested in the symptoms and teaching of ADHD children. In partricular, when a child is or not clinically defined as having ADHD. It is good to see that there are alternatives to the dreaded drug use.

Name:
Pam Herron - December 28, 2001

E-mail:
bherron@Xnet

Location:
Connellsville, PA USA

Comments:
Hi Jeanette. I am a special education teacher and support teacher. I am constantly looking for new information, approaches, techniques and materials for our great kids with special needs. I am particularly looking for diagnostic tests that classroom teachers can use to better diagnose, therefore better serve their students. I am interested in finding out more about your program. Thanks. Pam Herron

Name:
George-ann Kealoha - December 25, 2001

E-mail:
kea@Xnet

Location:
Paia, hi USA

Comments:
I am a Sped teacher and parent of a child with ADHD grade 3. I am interested in ordering the materials for k-2 and need to know if you accept Dept of Ed. Purchase Orders and if so please give me your address for the ordering and info. Also could this program be used to help a grade 3 student?

Name:
Sarita Jones - December 12, 2001

E-mail:
saritajones50@Xcom

Location:
Jacksonville, FL USA

Comments:
I am a mother of two boys. The older of the two is 10 years old and was just diagnosed with ADHD last month. We had been taking him to counseling for a year now. It was very interesting to me that I found this website, I was not looking for it. I am a highschool math teacher who went through school sitting in desks in a row without needing to move around. It is so very hard for me to relate to what my son appears to be experiencing. I just happened to be sitting by the printer in the computer lab at my school when someone printed information from your website. I am hoping to gain some valuable insight. Thanks for sharing!

Name:
Donna Simon - December 11, 2001

E-mail:
donnagailsimon@Xcom

My URL:
http://www.geocities.com/donnagailsimon/mypage.html

Location:
Mesquite, Tx USA

Comments:
I am a teacher who specializes in teaching children with dyslexia and dysgraphia. I teach Multisensory Teaching Approach which utilizes handwriting in the teaching of phonics, reading, and spelling. I am interested in handwriting analysis and the brain research, but I am concerned that the emphasis of your Website is to treat all children with ADD and ADHD with multisensory handwriting. Although I feel that handwriting is a necessary and often neglected part of our children's education, I feel that this approach cannot be a "cure" for ADD and ADHD. I do applaud your research and I would like to know more about the handwriting and brain research.

Name:
Marie Torres - December 05, 2001

E-mail:
chapsy@Xcom

Location:
SJ, PR USA

Comments:
I found it very interesting and useful for the college work I am doing right now. It is about how Ritalin affects directly the locomotion movements of children . Keep working on it. Next generation will be grateful.

Name:
Michelle - December 05, 2001

E-mail:
mmgood71@Xcom

Location:
Rome, Ga USA

Comments:
I found this article to be very interesting because I have a Godson who is currently taking Ritalin.

Name:
Rose Detchkoff - December 03, 2001

E-mail:
Amethyst_49@Xcom

Location:
Cranbrook , B.C. Canada

Comments:
I Enjoyed your website. I'm currently a student in the Early Childhood Education Program at the College of the Rockies in Cranbrook B.C. Canada. I am researching alternatives to Ritalin and other drugs for ADHD for my Human Development class. Also because of the field I am going into.

Name:
Malin Sjölund - November 19, 2001

E-mail:
malinsjolund@Xcom

Location:
Timrå, Sweden

Comments:
Hie there! I am a young woman from Sweden. So please have patien whith my language and my spellin. I have the diagnose ADD and fells that the diagnose have helpt me a lot. In Sweden has an organisation whith the name Attention been establiage reasently. I am active in Attention, and we have plans to learn from researtcher around the world about how we can help addolts with ADHD/DAMD in their daily lifes. We are also intrested in in informations that tell oss about diffikulties in the daily life. For example. What diffculdies whith handle the private economi does a pearsom whith problems whith there imulses. Please contact me if YOU have any ideas. Tacks MALIN

Name:
Gina - November 14, 2001

E-mail:
Gisonherwayup@Xcom

Comments:
My son was diagnosed 5 yrs ago with ADHD, he is now 10. I tried diet and behavior mod and nothing worked for long. He has been on Adderall for the past 3 yrs. He also takes Chlonadine to help sleep. I hate him being on meds but nothing seems to have long term benefits. He does well academically but is a behavior problem at school and home. He is hyper, distracted and impulsive. He is VERY easily frustrated to the point of lashing out, but just at home. I hope your product helps. I have read books, been to counseling, tried meds,and diets but still have ended up in the same place! He is articulate and very bright with a great sense of humor and is very artistic. If this product works and I can get him off the meds, I will tell the world!! Thanks.

Name:
lolita l.bush - November 14, 2001

E-mail:
ll.bush@Xdupont.com

Location:
elberton, ga USA

Comments:
I have a 12yearold son who has been off ritlan for three years and doing great. now the teacher want to take my 4year old off the role at school because he's very hypeactive please e-mail so advice to handle this situation thanks lolita

Name:
Elizabeth A. Kontoyannis - November 11, 2001

E-mail:
lizzyK47@Xcom

My URL:
http://no

Location:
London, England

Comments:
I have a 7yr. old boy with ADD and I am almost at my wits end in trying out every imaginal course of management and remedial therapies for this "The Hidden Handicap", I have bought just about every book to help me to help my son and am feeling quite desperate to find more information so that I can give my son a better quality of life.

Name:
Annabelle A. Alonzo, OTRP - November 09, 2001

E-mail:
belle_ot@Xcom

Location:
Biñan, Laguna, Philippines

Comments:
I'm really interested in your work. I'm a school-based occupational therapist and I would like to know more about ways to improve the speed of my client's handwriting. Information regarding techniques in dealing with these sort of problems can be benificial to my clients. thank you.

Name:
melissa howard - November 08, 2001

E-mail:
mikehoward@Xnet

Location:
So Berwick, me USA

Comments:
my son has been off ritalin for 3 years. and he is a wonderful, active and spirited 13 yr old. and we all love him for that

Name:
Angélique Louw - November 05, 2001

E-mail:
angeliquel@Xco.za

Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa

Comments:
It's nice to find a site with alternatives. My sister is 15 and suffers from ADD - she used to be very hyperactive as a young child, but now she suffers more from a concentration problem.

Name:
Lalita Dick - November 01, 2001

E-mail:
lalita.bppg@Xnet

Comments:
I have a smallschool in rural India and deal with several difficult learning problems. I am very keen to learn as much as possible so I can help these kids. it's great to know that people like you exist.

Name:
Carol Burleson - October 26, 2001

E-mail:
cburleson@Xucsf.edu

Location:
Union City, CA USA

Comments:
My grandson is diagnosed with ADHD and they just prescribed Ritalin which he is starting on tomorrow. I have read the Mythe of ADHD and we are still in search of the correct answer to treat this child. I'm forwarding this website to my daughter so she can be as informed as possible with so much literature and not enough direction for this condition. Thank you for this website.

Name:
Sobeyda Barrientos de Barahona - October 26, 2001

E-mail:
sbarahona@Xhn

Location:
Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Comments:
I would like to know if you have this program in spanish. Thanks,

Name:
Cheryl - October 17, 2001

E-mail:
CDSquirrlie@Xcom

Location:
salem, OR USA

Comments:
My 8 year old son was recently dignosed with HTD, And his counsler had suggested to put him on medication. He has a hard time at school, staying foucsed with anything. When I give him more then one thing to do, he can't remember what I had said to him. He is always moving, always on the go. Even while he is sleeping he tosses and turns. I've tried differant things, but nothing seems to work. I also just found out that my 10 year old son has Asperger Syndrome. Needless to say my two boys do not get along. If you have any suggestion, Please e mail me. Thank You

Name:
Joann - October 16, 2001

E-mail:
johicks@Xcom

Comments:
Dear Jeanette, I was very interested when discovering your web site, as I have just begun research on ADD, or ADHD. My child is 6 years old, and very active. Her teacher(s) have made comments on her inability to focus within the classroom. I have not yet had my child tested for ADD/ADHD, although, I am concerned about her academics, primarily in her reading skills. Her current teacher is experienced in this area, as her child was also diagnosed with ADHD. We are currently monitoring her diet and sleep patterns, and as well working closely with her on learning how to focus, as her teacher also is within the classroom. Medications are not considerated as an option, therefore, I would really appreciate some further information on your writing and music program. Thank you!

Name:
Michael Jackson - October 15, 2001

E-mail:
mjackson4449@Xnet

My URL:
http://pictures_simpsons.tripod.com

Location:
San Diego, CA USA

Comments:
Excellent site. Thank You!

Name:
gail hannington - October 14, 2001

E-mail:
kalmaint@Xnet

Location:
Tolland, CT USA

Comments:
i tried to email you before and you said you couldn't read it. I thought I would try again and see if it worked. My daughter is 8 years old and is having alot of difficulties in school. She was diagnosed with ADD April of this year. We tried a few things like diet and herbal supplements which we didn't see any changes and we are in the process of going through neurofeedback therapy and we've seen some improvements but not as much as we'd hoped. I would like some more information about your program before I purchase it but it sounds very interesting. Thank You!!

Name:
Gail Hannington - October 14, 2001

E-mail:
kalmaint@Xnet

Location:
Tolland, CT USA

Comments:
Dear Jeanette, We have a daughter who is now 8 years old, but was diagnosed with ADD about a year ago. We has been very hard for us to know what decisions to make and are they right for our daughter. My husband and I at this stage have chosen not to put our daughter on any medication. We want to try every avenue possible and medication would be the most absolute last resort. We have had our daughter go through neurofeedback therapy since April of this year. It has helped to some degree but we were hoping for a little more progress than what we've seen. I happened to stumble onto your website and find it very interesting. We are very interested in learning more about your program before we purchase it. Is there anything you could send us to explain more in detail how your program works. Please email me back to let me know. Thanks!!!

Name:
Michelle LaRose - October 12, 2001

E-mail:
mickiblueyes@Xcom

Comments:
Very interesting. I am always interested in learning about non-drug treatments for behavioural disorders. I think that this sounds very valid and I would be interested in seeing a study of this method versus Ritalin alone. Thank you for sharing this. Michelle

Name:
terry jean - October 06, 2001

E-mail:
terryjeanf@Xcom

Location:
rio piedras, pr USA

Comments:
My daughter, is ten years old have ADD, the teachers know her condition but not really help her. She's been taking methylphenid 20mg sr and methylphenid 10mg once in the morning. She change in my house, about school area and i'm happy because i thougth she might flunk again in fourth grade. It is ok all that medication or is some side effects on the medication. please tell me this is new for me and for her. other thing she is a miss, with only ten years old but is ok. please i want to know in what I got my girl in to.

Name:
Rocky - October 03, 2001

E-mail:
jhawk575@Xcom

Location:
Gulfport, Ms USA

Comments:
I found your site while doing research for the assistant teacher program at the Jefferson Davis Community College.I found it very informative.I am interested to find out how well it works with the differnt types of ADHD, and how it may help with certain kinds of learning disabilities. I'm certainly ready to try anything that promotes the best possible health alternative.

Name:
Karen Divine - October 01, 2001

E-mail:
kdrnbsn_1956_87@Xcom

Location:
Ashland, KS USA

Comments:
I noticed from a very early age how my son would not follow through with instructions given to him. I tried to find someone to recognize it and help me to help him. The teachers all said how bright but that he just wouldn't stay on task. I thought I would scream if I heard that phrase again. I pray that there is a way I can help my son through school and life. He is 12 and having a difficult time with grades and learning. I would love to know different ways to help. I am reading the book Ritalin Is Not the Answer right now.

Name:
leslie hamud - October 01, 2001

E-mail:
lesliehamud@Xcom

Location:
dove canyon, ca USA

Comments:
I have two boys ages 8 and 3. I started homeschooling Ben when he was six months into first grade at a private school. Ben had attended this school now for two years in their Jr. K and K programs. He had diff. times with fine motor skills from the start. Language first then handwriting. He was at first a right handed child. He would change hands day to day. He could write well in the right hand. In fact his Jr. K teacher always commited on his hand writing. Then some where in the K level Ben went to the left hand for the most part. This was also the time he rec. his play station? Any connection? Anyways since then he has been struggling with all. He has a profile of visual and auditiory processing problems. Developmental Dyspraxia, Scotopic Sensitivity Snydrome, Dyslexic, Sensory Intergration problems and non verbal learning disorders??????? Although I struglle with myself on a regular basis. Am I doing what is best for my child? As a result I have become a research addict. Ben at 5 1/2 started with piano lessons. I was the frustrated parent with not much success with speech therapy. That he had been going to since the age of 3. Someone once said to me sometimes you have to climb the moutain from the otherside. She meant another fine motor skill. I came up with piano for Ben. For one reason only. Bee was so gentle when on a piano. He was so consumed with playing one finger at a time. No pounding of the key boards with this child. Speech incidently improved two fold. Relatives understood Ben for the first time in his little life. With just two months of piano, once a week. Well music made leeps and bounds with his speech. I can only hope for the same with your program. Sincerely, Leslie Hamud - Mom/Teacher/Lover of Life

Name:
Marla Singerman - September 23, 2001

E-mail:
gialala@Xnet

Location:
Los Angeles, CA USA

Comments:
I have a 13 year old daughter who is having major problems in school. She is unable to focus, has very limited writing and comprehension skills. It has also been determine that my daughter has learning deficits (motor skills, visual and auditory). Unfortunately, her school does not have the tools or knowledge to accomodate her. Are you aware of any schools in the Los Angeles area that specialize in kids with ADHD. My daughter is failing most of her classes and she needs immediate help. Thank you for your help in this matter.

Name:
patricia atkinson - September 18, 2001

E-mail:
eddyspainting@Xaibn.com

Location:
newmarket, ontario

Comments:
hi, how i found this web site is beyond me but i need help my 11 yr old son is having a difficult time focusing on school and he was on ritlan at i 20 mg. aday but it made no difference so i weened him off of it over a year ago but now i need to know something about an alternative to this med if anyone can help please let me know

Name:
Erika - September 07, 2001

E-mail:
topkicke8@Xnet

Location:
Austin, TX USA

Comments:
My son and I had our first parent-teacher conference today and I am somewhat upset about the fact that because my son has a hyper personality his teacher feels he needs to be put on some type of medication to help him focus in class. Bevore I would agree to any kind of medicin I would like to get some information on your program about behavior modification with writing and music. Please let me know were I could get some material on your program. Thanks, a greatful mom.

Name:
Rebecca Torres - September 04, 2001

E-mail:
btorres@Xnet

Location:
Corpus Christi, TX USA

Comments:
I ran across this website as I researched add. I am very interested in this program but would love to speak to someone who has used it or is currently using it. I am a homeschooling mother of 4 and have taught 1st and 2nd grade for several years and have experienced children with ADD and ADHD. My daughter struggled in public school since 1st grade through 4th when she was diagnosed with ADD. We chose not to medicate and work with her. she is still having some problems but has learned to live with them. My 8 year old son on the other hand is struggling here at home with me. This has been the most difficult year for me. I knew he would have problems in school so I choose to homeschool him from the beginning. He is very bright. When he was only 2 he new everybody's birthday and ages in our family and even my sister's. at 4 he memorized all the states and capitals through song and all the books of the bible and many bible scriptures easily. Now he can't seem to remember anything. Everything is frustrating including writing He has forgotten all the multiplication facts that he new since he was 6 and I find myself struggling with him. Sorry I didn't mean to make this so long just wanted to know if you have tried out the program and if you like it. Please let me know. Money is tight and it is difficult to make a decision. My youngest is also showing the same ADD tendencies so I want to get to her soon. Thanks so God Bless Rebecca

Name:
Sally Satkowiak - September 04, 2001

E-mail:
saras@Xnet

Location:
Gaines, MI USA

Comments:
Someone please help me! My 7 yr old son was diagnosed with ADD and put on 10mg of Ritalin in the am only. I am not conviced that ADD is his only problem - I believe he may also be dyslexic, but no one has ever mentioned it. He struggles so and we seem to be going no where. He is not hyperactive but only unable to stay focused for any amount of time. I feel like I am failing my child. I want so much for him to be happy and I am hoping your product will send us there. I will be in contact.

Name:
Rita Kelley - August 31, 2001

E-mail:
rmk6@Xedu

Location:
Salt Lake City, UT USA

Comments:
Hello, I was thrilled to read some of your comments steering the thiking away from ADD/ADHD as a disorder, and that there really are things to be done in lieu of/in addition to medication. Ritalin, it seems is the "magic bullet" many well-meaning teachers suggest to parents as a means of controlling many children--children who otherwise would be labeled intelligent, enthuiastic, energetic and full of life. Control being the operative word. What a very boring world we would have were it not for these "hunter-gatherer" types, described in "You Mean I'm Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy?" It would be wonderful if teachers--and society for that matter--would look deeper into a child's spirit, in- stead of at their behavior. We are all so label-oriented: if someone deviates at all from the "norm" then there must be a dis-order of some kind. If we could reframe our thinking about ADHD and see that some of the inherent qualities are actually assets, then we could go about truly individualizing our classrooms. All drugs have side effects. Ritalin is in the psychostimulant class along with Methamphetamine and Dextro- amphetamine, street name: SPEED. And as with any drug, there are side effects. The jury is still out as far as the growth issue is concerned. There is a large body of evidence that suggests growth is stunted--that's a pretty major side-effect, one with life-long consequences. Speed speeds up the system, placing stress on the heart and cir- culatory system. Also reported as side effects are disphoria-- which is sadness, anorexia--weight loss is reported in many cases. There is a risk that long-term use is associated with OCD symptoms. Need one go on? And we are dosing our child- ren with this very potent drug. We have to look at a child's spirit, rather than their behavior. Society needs to do the same. We have too long been in- fluenced by the medical profession's "everything is a disease" approach. Education is still a very pedantic system, where kids are still re- quired to be regimented. Allowing free spirits to be just that--free--does not mean that there is a lack of discipline. It means that there is understanding and compassion. The risks of the drug(s), in my opion far outweigh the benefits. So glad to hear of your program!!! Rita Kelley p.s. I found out that ADHD accounted for the many learning problems that I experienced as a child--that was when I was getting my master's in special education. Now, I am receiving my master's in social work where I hope to be able to counsel those with learning disabilities.

Name:
stephen sonley - August 30, 2001

E-mail:
stephensonley@Xcom

Location:
plymouth, England

Comments:
We have a son aged 12 with adhd after being diagnosed we were told that they would like to put him on ritalin we refused this course of treatment we were sent away to think about it on our return we were asked again we refused we are at present haveing great difficulty handling and controling his mood swings & aggressive behaviour (sometime physical) we would appreciate any advice, tips or help on any alterative forms of helping him control his behaviour. we would also like advice on what to avoid giving him to eat (additives & e numbers). we look forward to hearing from anyone with any advice thank you.

Name:
Janice Kaopuiki - August 20, 2001

E-mail:
jknatasha@Xcom

Location:
Kihei, HI USA

Comments:
I teach fourth graders, many who behave like they have ADD, even though undiagnosed. My daughter has a diagnosed ADHD boyfriend, age 18, on ritalin, and I want to know more.

Name:
Moses Michael - August 20, 2001

E-mail:
emm@Xcom

My URL:
none

Location:
Baguio City, Philippines

Comments:
My son is hyperactive and I have read alot of papers about medications for ADD. I agree with you that ADD is not a disease that should be treated with drugs but rather can be corrected by behavior modification. My wife and I are open to all solutions to our son's behavior but drugs is not in our list. Appreciate your recommendations from this side of the world.

Name:
cyndi - August 14, 2001

E-mail:
cday@Xcom

Location:
boston, ma USA

Comments:
I am a single mom of a 10 y/o son diagnosed as ADD. I believe that my life-long battle with depression has an adverse effect on my son. I don't want to medicate him if possible but I don't know what I can do to help him. School is very hard for him. and having only one parent (who is struggling too) seems insufficient to me. How can I help him with out medication? Please help.

Name:
TANYA BENNETT - August 10, 2001

E-mail:
Tcbbennett@Xcom

Location:
TIFTON, GA USA

Comments:
I WAS WONDERING IF THERE IS AN ALTERNATIVE MEDICATION THAT YOU CAN USE INSTEASD OF RITALIN. MY SON IS ADHD AND HE IS CURRENTLY ON 30MG OF RITALIN. HE HAS LOST A NOTICEABLE AMOUNT OF WEIGHT SINCE HE HAS BEEN ON THIS MEDICATION. I WAS JUST WONDERING IF THERE IS SOME OTHER TYPE OF MED. THAT CAN BE USED INSTEAD. PLEASE E-MAIL ME AT YOUR EARLIEST CONVIENCE.

Name:
Julieann DuBois - July 31, 2001

E-mail:
JEWELAN773@Xcom

Location:
Lebanon, ME USA

Comments:
I was doing some research for a term paper in Human Growth, I have a friend with a child that has ADHD and thought this would be a good topic to pick. I am going for a degree in Nursing, and I have always thought that Ritalin was handed out too quickly. I am glad to see there is other alternatives out there and hope more people utilize them.

Name:
Desiree Cheeseman - July 30, 2001

E-mail:
sedacheese@Xcom

Location:
Tampa, FL USA

Comments:
At 5 years old our son's teacher suggested, "You might want to consider medication for him." What a shock that was to hear. In 1999 he was diagnoised with a "moderate" case of ADD and I had quite a bit to say about the evaluation. Although developmentally delayed, he was reading at 3 years old. He has been in speech therapy since he was 18th months and occupational therapy for a year. I have seen an improvement in his writing, but he is not a "willing" writer. It takes him what seems like "forever" to write a sentence. He is a "storyteller" and tells wonderful stories that are full of colorful talking characters who express emotions and have exciting action packed adventures. If only he would write these stories that are "in his head"(as he says it)on paper, I know the books would sell. I certainly would buy them. My husband and I refuse to medicate our son because it's not natural and I don't what to loose what's in him that is yet to emerge. I see so much hope in him. We are looking for a natural alternative that will work for him. In his early infancy, he had VSD and at his 8 year old check up last week, a heart murmur was heard. We are not going to put our child's health at risk. I have heard about the music therapy(my son loves music)and have attempted to try it, but have not used it in the regular routine. I'm not even sure I'm using the 60 beats a minute music. Please tell me what will be included in the program other than the music and will I need any training to use the program with my son? I want to place my order as soon as possible. I am so blessed to have come across your site. Thank you for providing and eye-opening alternative. Have you or any of your guest heard of "Writing Without Tears"? Please let me hear from you.

Name:
Seth Ball - July 30, 2001

E-mail:
seth.ball@Xnet

Location:
Graham, TX USA

Comments:
Interesting information!!! Think of all the students with a Special Education label due to ADHD, it boggles the mind. A developmental self-control issue that can be corrected with music and handwriting techniques instead of medication, self-fulfilling prophesies, and the tons of negative self-worth certainly demands investigation.

Name:
Linda Greven - July 29, 2001

E-mail:
grdner38@Xcom

Location:
London, Ontario, Canada

Comments:
I've enjoyed reading your site. I have two questions: 1.) is there any benefit noted when children take nutritional supplements? (reports are that most children fail to eat properly, and therefore are undernourished ... does supplementation help?) and 2.) what happens when a 16 year-old takes this program? Is it too late for him/her to 'retrain the brain'? Thanks for your reply .... Linda

Name:
CHARITY - July 24, 2001

E-mail:
HOOCHSAC@XCOM

Location:
ATHENS, TX USA

Comments:
MY SON IS THREE AND IS VERY HYPER HIS HANDS ARE ALWAYS MOVING AND SOMETIMES IT SEEMS AS IF HE IS IN ANOTHER ZONE.HE JUST SITS THERE AND STARES IN TO SPACE MOVING HIS HANDS IN A RAPID MOTION.I CAN'T CONTROL HIM SOMETIMES SPANKING,TIME OUT,YELLING NOTHING WORKS.HOW CAN I HELP HIM TO CALM DOWN AT SUCH A YOUNG AGE?

Name:
N.Forler - July 24, 2001

E-mail:
nforler@Xca

Location:
Kenora, ON Canada

Comments:
My 13 year old son has just been diagnosed ADD, it has been suggested to start him on Ritalin or a drug of a similar nature. I was happy to read about your sensory integration techniques as he has also just been tested for that. My question though is how do I help him to write if that is one of the areas he has extreme problems with. I have tried just about everything. He has strong verbal shills, but the written ones just are not there. Thank you for your suggestions though. I will keep updated with the sensory integration techniques as I wish for my child to receive the best education possible. Sincerely: N. Forler

Name:
yvette underwood - July 19, 2001

E-mail:
YUnderwood@Xcom.au

Location:
gold coast , qld australia

Comments:
HELLO MY NAME IS YVETTE IHAVE SIX CHILDREN FOUR GIRLS AND TWO BOYS . BOTH OF MY BOYS HAVE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH ADDH AND ARE KNOW BEING MEDICALLY MANAGED MY OLDEST IS ON RITALI AND TEGRETOL AS HE ALSO SUFFERRS FROM BENIGN FOCAL EPILEPSY.MY YOUNGER SON WHO IS SEVEN IS TAKING TOFRINAL.THEY REALLY ARE BOTH ENDS OF THE SCALE ONE IS OVER ACTIVE TO THE EXTREME AND THE OTHER IS QUITE UNDERACTIVE.BUT I AM VERY LUCKY THAT THEY BOTH HAVE HEARTS THE SIZE OF HEAVEN AND THAT IS WHAT GETS ME THROUGH MOST DAYS. MY OLDEST BOY DOES HOWEVER TEST MY PATIENTS MOST DAYS I JUST TRY TO REMEMBER THOUGH THAT FOR THE MOST OF IT HE CANT HELP WHO HE IS .HE DOES SUFFER FROM TERRIBLE ANCIETY ATTACKS IN CROWDED PLACES HAS ANYONE ELES EXPERIENCED THIS .I AM HAPPY TO READ YOUR INPUT

Name:
Bessie B. Krause - July 15, 2001

E-mail:
2krause@Xnet

Location:
Kula, HI USA

Comments:
I am a grandmother with 5 grandchildren none of whom have AHDH--fortunately. But I read an article in our local paper(The Maui News) about your program and was interested enough to go to your website. I think it is interesting . My friends and I have discussed the high use of Ritalin and though not professionals feel it is too quickly used and most often it is the parents who are demanding the medication or so we think.

Name:
Donna - June 26, 2001

E-mail:
slough@Xnet

Location:
vassar, mi USA

Comments:
My son will be 6 in September. He has been on Ritalin since he was 4. After Kindergarten let out this year, my husband and I along with our Dr. decided he should go without his Ritalin for the summer. However, as parents, we want him off the Ritalin permanently. I have ordered your program and just pray that this will be the answer to our prayers. We aren't going to put him back on any medications. Thanks Donna & Kevin

Name:
Sonia Gray - June 21, 2001

E-mail:
sgray@Xcom

Location:
LaGrange, NC USA

Comments:
I have a son that is 9 years old and has been diagnosed with ADHD when he was in Kindergarten. He is currently going into the 4th grade. He is on Ritalin twice a day. 10mg in the morning and 5 mg at lunce. Currently he is off of it for the summer. I am looking for a way to get him off of Ritalin. I have heard some bad things about the drug and would like to have some opinions on this matter. Any information that you can give me would be of great help. I want to do what is best for him. Thank you, Sonia Gray

Name:
Elona Lochner - June 18, 2001

E-mail:
elonalochner@Xcom

Location:
Cape Town , South-Africa

Comments:
Dear Jeanette Hi, I have tried to send numerous e-mails but to no avail. Could you possibly let me have your fax number, and I will fax you my original letter. My Postal address to which you can mail the extra information I requested is as follows: P.O. Box 535, SALDANHA 7395 South Africa. To answer your previous question, yes I do therapy with fine/gross motor as part of my routine. I look forward to hearing from you soon as I am anxious to encorporate your therapy method. Thanks again Jeanette and I look forward to hearing from you. Elona Lochner

Name:
CC - June 16, 2001

E-mail:
CCTZ7@Xcom

Location:
Modesto, CA USA

Comments:
I am a preschool teacher, searching for research on ADD and ADHD. It seems whenever I refer a child (3-5year olds) for evaluation, the outcome is medicate the child. I really have difficulty with this. It just seems that possibly that answere comes with out the proper checking. Unfortunately I can not afford to purchase you supplies at this time. Hopefully we will find it in the budget soon. I'd love to try it.

Name:
Kate Davies - June 09, 2001

E-mail:
k_j_davies@Xcom

Location:
London, UK

Comments:
I've worked with ADHD students for two years now and have seen little benefit to Ritalin, except repressing the kids minds for a few hours until it wears off. What are the long term risks?? What can WE do to promote acceptable behaviour in a mixed school of regulare 11-16 year olds????

Name:
Elona Lochner - June 07, 2001

E-mail:
elonalochner@Xcom

Location:
Cape Town , South Africa

Comments:
I am a Motor Developmental Therapist. I am having great difficulty in getting through to you on your listed email address. I am very interested in your program and require more info aswell as wanting to communicate with you direct. If anyone has a different email add. please call me. Thank you.

Name:
Gene Webster - May 30, 2001

E-mail:
genewebster@Xcom

Location:
Austin, TX USA

Comments:
I am intrigued with your brain-retraining concept. I believe both gross and fine motor development in all body functions are extremely important brain-training exercises. Do you know of any research to identify links between the discontinuance of disciplined handwriting training in schools and the growth of the ADD/ADHD problem?

Name:
Melissa Holly - May 23, 2001

E-mail:
missyholly@Xcom

Location:
Sentinel, OK USA

Comments:
I have a son who was diagnoised in 1992,he used to be really hard to control. He still has his days. He is on Ritalin. I want him off but then he is more difficult to manage, he has 2 brothers and 2 sisters one we feel has the same thig but because he has seizures he can't tke anything. If anyone knows what else to d please eply. thank you.

Name:
Lela LaCour-McNary - May 23, 2001

E-mail:
celestialleme40@Xnet

My URL:
http://www.geocities.com/mctdad

Location:
Broken Arrow, OK USA

Comments:
Just wanted to thank you for all the great info on this site and to say to Cindy, keep hanging in there, keep advocating for you child. My sons have been off all medication for a little over two years, but we would not have gotten there without a great deal of perserverance on our parts, a lot of researching for our selves and many, many conversations with our support group, teachers, therapist and all kinds of doctors. Also, be very diligent on watching for tics in your son with the adderall. Our sons were on it for only a week, but one has had vocal and motor tics as a result, off and on for two years. They were constant and extreme for the first six months, (he was taken off it immediately when he started ticing, but it took this long for the tics to subside). He still tics occasionally, if he is upset or nervous about something and we don't know at this point if he will ever be totally tic free. But my main reason for leaving this message is to encourage you that the no medicine approach does work and to thank you Ms. Farmer for your work and information.

Name:
Cindy Crow - May 20, 2001

E-mail:
ccrow@Xcom

Location:
Lander, WY USA

Comments:
I was surfing the web about ADD as I have a 12 year old son with ADD. I am also a recent single mom. I have him on Adderal 5 mg. and Impramine 25 mg. for depression. I have been back to the doctors and we have changed and rechanged dosage and still are having problems in school and at home. He is also getting counseling weekly. He will be in 7th grade next year. He hates to read and his writting is terrible. He sees his dad on a weekly basis. I am at a lost what to do and would like to get him off medications if all possible. I am going to have my ex take a look at this site and see if we can purchase this program and see if it will work. Thanks for this site.

Name:
Carla O'Neil - May 18, 2001

E-mail:
carjo_69@Xcom

Location:
New Martinsville, WV USA

Comments:
I was doing some surfing one the web about ADHD and I came upon your web site. It really sounds like a good alternative to the Ritalin and everything else out there.

Name:
Cherielle de Silva - May 14, 2001

E-mail:
Edmondson@Xfreeserve.co.uk

Location:
Burnley, U.K.

Comments:
Dear Jeanette, Having read the information on your web-site for the first time I can fully identify with the theory of what you are saying, in connection with handwriting. I do believe that ADD disorders are usually suffered by people with highly creative minds that need to channel that energy in a creative way....otherwise it becomes destructive an negative energy as opposed to positive energy. We have all heard of positive thinking and how that can affect our actions and achievements....and I am a firm believer that you can think yourself well as well as to think yourself ill and it is precisely how we deal with situations in life as to how it affects our holistic well-being. I do believe through my own experience that ADD can affect adults as well and that impulsive behaviour is a very common factor in this it is almost like too much nervous energy which needs to be channeled and people with such disorders are very often very clever but indecisive and anxious....but if channeled correctly can be very effective. I do believe that channeled correctly these people are high achievers but if not can be very self destructive and self critical, manic and obsessive. Handwriting or even writing stories is very therapeutic and rewarding too, as you usually find that these kind of people are very imaginative almost over imaginative....you only need to look at famous artists, writers, composers all through history and some of these were seen as mad and a lot suffered very severe bouts of depression also.......but channeled the right way with freedom of expression they were also very productive. I myself am a very impulsive person with a very short attention span, get bored easily, prone to depression, need space to express myself and am also very creative and imaginative and always feel a sense of relaxation when I write or draw. I have two daughters one of 10 and one who is 5, the ten year old is in my opinion very hyperactive and reacts badly to situations outside of her control. She is also very impulsive, creative and also has an over active imagination. I do feel that children today are growing up quicker and have the brain capacity at 10 that in my day we would have been more like 14 or 15, they seem to require more challenging tasks to keep them occupied and sedate their craving for self fulfillment. I also believe that boredom and lack of channelling creative energy leads to petty crimes and worse and the experimentation of drugs. I do believe that creating gives a person a feeling of self worth and pacifies their craving for attention and acknowledgment....I think a lot of problems in society today are inter-related and your hand writing technique is a very good therapy in dealing with the channelling of this potentially destructive energy. The power of the mind is an extremely powerful tool.

Name:
Karen Young - May 09, 2001

E-mail:
kyoung34230@Xcom

Location:
Sarasota, Fl USA

Comments:
So glad to reconnect to you. I began using your materials about 3 years ago after hearing you at the CCIRC conference in Denver. I worked with many student who were having problems in school. By adding this process to the use of Brain Gym, I began to see real changes in the performance of the students. Unfortunately I misplace my tape between Colorado and Florida. Once I get the materials all in order again, I plan to begin using is as part of the developmental program in our Charter School. I truly believe the combinations and connections that are built by these materials plays an important part in working with ADHD students. Thank you for being there when I needed someone to give me some new ideas to use with students. I will keep in touch.

Name:
zakaria - May 08, 2001

E-mail:
zakaria@Xco.id

Location:
jakarta, indonesia indonesia

Comments:
this web is good for add knowlegde for poeple, saya sangat berterima kasih sekali jika, miss dapat memberikan informasi yang berharga tentang anak yang memiliki hiperaktif, terima kasih

Name:
kim Montgomery - May 05, 2001

E-mail:
k_m54@Xcom

Location:
Iowa Falls, Ia USA

Comments:
I have a 6 year child, at home he is a good kid, I feel I have control over his behavior. He's never a problem to me, He never has problem in the two daycares that he is in but school I constently calls about his behavior. I ask AEA to be invovled they stated to me he doesn't have ADD. But Therpast that gets more info from school then me wants to drug him as well as school. I am againist this, I get second opinion from someone that works with ADD children state that he has no signs of this either I feel deep down inside that they want to just drug him. I am a single mother, low income.

Name:
Tammy Gibler - May 02, 2001

E-mail:
btt219@Xnet

Location:
Pecatonica , IL USA

Comments:
I'm at a loss. My son is ADHD and I finally have gotten him off of ritalin and seroquel. Now he has worsened in his behavior and his school work drasticly. Now I don't know what will happen next. This may be the answer.

Name:
Brenda Collins - May 01, 2001

E-mail:
babydusty@Xcom

Location:
columbus, OH USA

Comments:
I am a 36yr.old women who is attending Columus State Community College. I am doing an argumentive paper on getting children off of the addictive drugs. Your info. has been a great help thank you!

Name:
Laura Alfonso - May 01, 2001

E-mail:
alykat44@Xnet

Location:
Homestead, Fl USA

Comments:
I've been having problems with my son for years, but I haven't wanted to get him tested because I just didn't want him to be put on drugs..I'm so glad that I found this website..Thank you your a godsend!!

Name:
nola jones - April 21, 2001

E-mail:
nolaripeka@Xcom

My URL:

Location:
Christchurch, New Zealand

Comments:
What an excellent web site. I have a 12year old son who is Down Syndrome and was diagnosed as having ADHD at the age of 6. He has been on Ritalin for six years now but I would like to try something other than this drug as I worry all the time about his weight.Any suggestions or help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Name:
CARRIE SHAW - April 20, 2001

E-mail:
cshaw66

Location:
COOLIDGE, AZ USA

Comments:
I have a 9 year old daughter who has ADD AND READING DISORDER and have been really fustrated with trying to get her help for her problems. she is still transposing her numbers and letters. she is currently on dexetrine 5mg a day once only and this seems to help her through the day to stay focused at school but, I wuld really like to try and get some help on her reading disorder and some differt techniques to help her to improve her reading. she is currently in the 3rd grade and reading a pre primer 2nd grade level and is a audio learner. do yu ahve suggestions? thank you and have a great day sincerely, Carrie Shaw

Name:
J.Toste - April 18, 2001

E-mail:
jennifertoste@Xcom

Location:
Toronto, Ont Canada

Comments:
Hello, I am a mother to an 8 year old child who was recently diagnosed with AHDH and I have been advised to look into giving him Ritalin. I don't know that much about it and I have been trying to find out as much as I can about the drug, it's affects and the pros and cons. I would like it if someone would email me the information that I am looking for as well as websites that contain the information that would help give me knowledge into what it is that I need to make an informed intelligent decision as to what it is that I need to do for my son. Thank you for all your help. J. Toste

Name:
Alexandra - April 03, 2001

E-mail:
turtles304@Xcom

Location:
Cleveland, OH USA

Comments:
thank you for your input on ADD! I am doing a paper for my college course on the pros and cons of ritalin and this site was very informative for me on alternatives to the drug. My younger brother is hyperactive and my daughter has violent anger fits. My brother spent most of his childhood on ritalin, but it is nice to know that, if my daughter's pediatrician recommends the same thing, I can check out this site on different methods of behavioral control.

Name:
Patricia - March 24, 2001

E-mail:
Sewblumom@Xcom

Location:
Eagan, Mn USA

Comments:
I have three boys,ages 7,9, and 12. Both of the older boys have been diagnosed as ADHD. Life is not at all like I had dreamed or planned when we began our family. Someone who doesn't live with these children couldn't understand how difficult life can be...Just getting ready to go places takes at least twice as long as other families! Two of the children are on meds, however I am becoming more concerned about the long-term safety of my boys' health and welfare. They currently attend a private school with fairly small student/teacher ratio which is a very positive thing for us. They do get more "attention" than they would in a public school setting. I am interested in getting them off meds, so I welcome more info on your handwriting program.

Name:
Lorena Velasquez - March 23, 2001

E-mail:
lainez@Xnet.gt

Location:
Guatemala, City, Guatemala, Central America

Comments:
My 8 year-old son was diagnosed ADHD when he was 3. He took Ritalin for about 3 1/2 years, then we decided to go off the medicin as he is doing pretty good without it, as a matter of fact we agreed to medicate just to go with doctors indications (actually, not to be negligent about the matter but I prefer not to use this kind or medicine in kids)However, to provide him with all the necessary tools to manage himself well in school, we need help with alternatives, please give us more information. Thank You!

Name:
Olivia Jane Adams-Osbiston - March 22, 2001

E-mail:
oliviaa@Xco.za

Location:
Cape Town, South Africa

Comments:
I am researching the effects of Ritalin in children. My son has been labeled by his school as having been tested 87% positive for ADHD and I am definitely against the use of the drug associated with this disorder. I ahve found a clinical psychologist, who thank God is as against the use of the drug as I am and hope to put together a program for him once the assessments are done.

Name:
ROBERT MILLER - March 20, 2001

E-mail:
FLYGUY31369@XCOM

Location:
CAIRO, NY USA

Comments:
THANK YOU FOR THIS INFORMATIONAL WEBSITE.MY BROTHER HAS BEEN ON RITALIN FOR 10 YEARS AND I JUST REALIZE THE EFFECTS.

Name:
The Ancient One - March 19, 2001

E-mail:
ancient1@Xcom

My URL:
http://home.talkcity.com/InspirationAv/obliomicheal

Location:
hamilton, on canada

Comments:
my compliments on your site . you do wonderful work . i applaud your efforts .

Name:
Jacob Stearns - March 07, 2001

E-mail:
stearns55@Xcom

Location:
Palm Bay, FL USA

Comments:
I'm so glad to have come across your web site! My son is in the 5th grade and has been diagnosed with ADD since the 2nd grade. Seven months ago I decided to discontinue his medication. I heard a radio program that informed the listeners that Ritalin contains cocaine! I'm very ancious to order your program. Fortunately my sons school is very supportive and is helping in any way that they can. I'm looking forward to the results and will deffinetly write again.

Name:
Tami - March 04, 2001

E-mail:
tambojor@Xcom

Location:
Mt. Airy, NC USA

Comments:
This is so refreshing to have more options to help "our" kids! I work in the public school system, and didn't realize all the different learning styles needed for all the "different" children. I also have 3 kids of my own 13,10,8 with my 10 year old having been diagnosed with ADHD in the 1st grade. By 3rd grade, we had him tested for food allergies. WOW! When we found out everything he was sensitive/allergic to...and cleansed him of these foods~The child was as different as night and day. I recommend parents to check out all your options for helping your children learn and grow. I am going to recommend that my school check into WriteBrain, because I could use this in my classroom. I know that I will be getting it for my own kids for our house!

Name:
Mary and Philip - March 01, 2001

E-mail:
pmstog@Xcom

My URL:

Location:
Gainesville, TX USA

Comments:
I have a 9 year old boy that has been diagnosed with ADHD.He takes Methylphenid 5 mg (genertic of Ritalin) he takes 5 mg in the morning before school and 10 mg at lunch. He only takes medication during school time to get him through school. One doctor tells me to give him the meds that way and another says he should keep a certin level of the drug in his system all the time as in Morning-Noon-Evening 7 days a week. One of the reasons I am looking through this site is to see what other alternate natural supplements are out there. So is anyone out there can give me some feedback that will be great THANK YOU!!

Name:
rachel - March 01, 2001

E-mail:
hauser_rachel@Xcom

Location:
leeds, uk

Comments:
I Have a 7 year old who is very bright, verging on the hyperactive, his teacher has mentionrd at parents evening that she feels he "has a link"missing and maybe he has add. I have always thought he had a very short attention span and I am constantly struggling to parent him well by setting and sticking to simple rules and boundaries ,encouaging the positve behaviour and praising his sucessess and although it's hard, most of the time we're sucessfull. He's such a great kid I don't want to drug the spakle out , but of I need help he won't cope at school when he has to concentrate.Can any one tell me what the" handwriting " thing is?

Name:
Nichole Austin - February 26, 2001

E-mail:
nicholea@Xnet

Location:
clarksville, IA USA

Comments:
My son was born almost three months premature,and he has always been a litte slower than most kids his age. When he started school we were told that he more than likely suffered from ADHD. He is now in first grade and we have taken him to a therapist and he told us that he suffers from ADHD. He wants him to be put on ritalin, but he was on it before and it didn't seem to help. Could there be another diagnosis for him? We have been struggling with this for a long time and I would just like some answers. The therapist said that he would let us know why my son is the way he is, but I still don't understand what is wrong with him.

Name:
mirriam trasadas - February 20, 2001

E-mail:
mhyrriam@Xcom

Location:
sta.rosa,laguna, philippines

Comments:
hi! I'm an occupational therapist student.I'm currently looking for informations about using music in teaching children how to write. Can you kindly email me and tell me even just the summary and some example of activities that you do on your program?Pls!!! I'm very intereated about your program and from what I understand I must order your program but I'm oceans away from you so pls. help me.Thank you in advance!

Name:
Margaret Morris - February 15, 2001

E-mail:
mjelvey@Xnet.nz

Location:
Wellington North, New Zealand

Comments:
Our 11 year old foster son was today 'stood down' from school for 2 days, and banned from the school bus for 2 weeks. His social workers suspect he has ADHD, like his older brother. He has some huge emotional issues and lots of anger simmering beneath the surface. Because he has a good IQ and excellent oral skills, we want him to have the best possible opportunities. He naturally 'scribbles, doodles, autographs' everything in sight.....I wonder should we formalise this urge to write, i.e. make it a conscious exercise ??? I would love some ideas, especially given his lack of co-operation about anything that he thinks 'sucks' !!! Cheers from the South Pacific.

Name:
Wendy Ostrich - February 13, 2001

E-mail:
wo12345@Xcom

Location:
Brooklyn, NY USA

Comments:
I need some help and advice pertaining to my 10 year old adopted son, James. My child several problems prior to birth. His mother used drugs (I'm not sure which drugs were used),while pregnant with him - she also had AIDS. James is having an extremely difficult time academically. His handwriting is illegible, and his reading comprehension - well, he's just not connecting. His math is average. He is not hyper, but he does have problem focusing. He was not functioning in a regular, large class setting. He has just been transferred to a Mis-1 class. I am extremely concerned about him, and I don't believe in medicating as an answer, unless absolutely necessary. I don't know where to turn. I'm not sure if his problem is neurological,emotional, hereditary or a combination of several factors. Where to go from here is my dilema! Should I have him tested extensively at a hopital or other facility? What can I do to motivate him? Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thank you- Wendy

Name:
Thea Roelofse - February 11, 2001

E-mail:
thearoelofse@Xcom

Location:
Pretoria: South Africa, South Africa

Comments:
I am a post graduate student in the field of Educational Psychology. I am looking for information on Assessement and Evaluation. Any methods or criteria used for diagnoses will be useful. Thank you.

Name:
Laurie Weslosky - February 09, 2001

E-mail:
wwinstonwest@Xcom

My URL:
http://wwinstonwest@Xcom

Comments:
I am desperate to find an alternate treatment for my son's adhd, apraxia, sensory intergration,etc disorders,besides medications.

Name:
Cyndi Waldon - February 09, 2001

E-mail:
cywaldon@Xcom

Location:
Dallas, or USA

Comments:
I am a senior in high school and as a graduation requirement I am doing a research paper on ADHD.I need some information on misdiagnosis and over diagnosis of this disorder. I welcome any stories, facts, web links et cetra. thank you, Cyndi Waldon Cywaldon@Xcom

Name:
Graeme Borthwick - February 07, 2001

E-mail:
graemeb@Xcom

Location:
Edinburgh, Scotland

Comments:
I sent you a fax alst night; as I said, my first letter in some 30 years. I am very interested in developing myhandwriting, which at one time many years ago was very good. You are correct in focusing on handwriting as an important educational tool; at one time in Scotland handwriting was considered of such importance that, in primary school, it was part of the curriculum. Sadly we have gone the same way as the US. I persevere with my writing, forcing myself to endlessly write the alphabet; gradually this routine is improving my pen. However if you have any advice I would be glad to receive it. Saludos, Graeme Borthwick

Name:
Michelle Williams - February 05, 2001

E-mail:
michelle568@Xnet

Location:
Manns Harbor, NC USA

Comments:
HI, My daughter was diagnosed with ADHD when she was in second grade. She is on ritalin I have seen some good changes but she still has days that the ritalin doesn't help at all. Its like I did not even give it to her that day and some days she is like I give her to much and she is like she is just their. I have had her tested for allergies and she does have some allergies but none of the ones I have read about in the ADHD research I have done. Please tell me what else I can do. Im running out of options and I really don't like having to give her medicine to contol how she acts. Sincerely, Michelle Williams

Name:
Rhonda Hatchett - February 03, 2001

E-mail:
rjhatchett@Xcom

Location:
Abilene, Tx. USA

Comments:
I am surfing and needing help. My daughter is 22 years old and diagnosed with adhd in 3 grade. Not wanting to admit needing this drug we struggled through school and life. She was on retilin 9th,10th,11th, and 12th grade and her grades and life improved drastically. Now out on her own she was off retilin for 3 years and has failed in everything she has tried. Her self esteem down she turned to drugs (cocaine) She is now at Ft. Worth Teen Challenge for a year triing to kick her drug habit and get her life together. Teen Challenge is great and she is doing great however they put her back on her retilin so she could succeed the program. They also tried Wellbrutrin for one week which was awful. She couldn't sleep or eat and didn't help with her concentration. So I guess its back to retilin. I am surfing for another way for my daughter to succeed without having to be on retilin the rest of her life. She has lost weight and can't lose any more. She is very smart, I want her to be all she can be and it is imperative that when she leaves Teen Challenge in JUly that she is sussessful. What are the other alternatives? the side effects? What is the answer. Determined to find the best medication or alternative to give my daughter the happy life she deserves. thanks.

Name:
Shirley - January 23, 2001

E-mail:
shirleyanyone@Xcom

Location:
ft.hood, tx USA

Comments:
I think we can not have our children growing up thinking they need medicine to control themselves or to think. They are bright gifted children who need extra time and understanding.

Name:
Elizabeth - January 22, 2001

E-mail:
etrinidadn@Xcom

Location:
Hartford, CT USA

Comments:
I have a 6yo that was diagnosed with add and was prescribed ritalin. I gave it to him the first 2 weeks. Then i stopped. When a friend told me to do research. The doctors don't tell it allllllll........

Name:
shirley - January 20, 2001

E-mail:
popcorn261235702

Location:
roxboro, nc USA

Comments:
I have 8 year old son who as adhd he is on addrel I who like to start a support group can you help because people are not told about there rights in the school. thanks.

Name:
Sue Goza - January 20, 2001

E-mail:
Goztotown@Xcom

Location:
Cleveland, OK USA

Comments:
I am an occupational therapist in a rural school setting. Many children on my caseload are dx. with ADD, ADHD, and many of them cannot write. I have tried many different methods, so anything new would be beneficial. A lot of teachers want to go to keyboarding, but I would rather do both.

Name:
Beverly Kerr - January 17, 2001

E-mail:
bevkerr@Xnet

Location:
Graham, NC USA

Comments:
We operate a private Christian school and we see more and more children mis-diagnosed and medicated. We would like any information you can share with us. Thank you.

Name:
Dawn Bates - January 13, 2001

E-mail:
Tinysdawn@Xrr.com

Location:
Oshkosh, WI USA

Comments:
Hi Jeanette, I have a 5 year old Autistic Child who may also be ADHD, I'm doing major searches today for info on ADHD and different treatments, I hate the idea of medicating my child. Any info you could give me would be great.

Name:
nancy maynard - January 12, 2001

E-mail:
scrippsmom@Xcom

Location:
covina, ca USA

Comments:
i am a special ed teacher.. autistic children (1-3rd grade) your program sounds great. i am eager to see if it will help my students... i want to show the info to some of my coworkers too..

Name:
LAURA MURRAY - January 10, 2001

E-mail:
WAM52@Xnet

Location:
HOMERVILLE, GA USA

Comments:
I have 2 diagnosed ADD boys--ages 18 & 12--who struggle in school & who favor intense video game type activity as hobbies. My other son, the twin of the 18 year old, sits in his room, listens to music, & writes "lists" of different things alot. He stays alot more focused in school, is more organized, and retains more than the other 2 although I suspect that he is also ADD. Their father is a successful pharmacist, but he has ADD tendencies & I've often wondered if his school hadn't been so structured where he would be today. My boys were not taught printing or cursive writing like we were in the 60's & I do believe that is why their reading comprehension is so terrible. Reading about your program has made a great deal of sense to me. Thank you!

Name:
Christopher Garcia - January 08, 2001

E-mail:
chg169@Xcom

Location:
Waterford , MI USA

Comments:
I am very interested in the research being done on Ritalin. Please keep me informed, I need to know my alternatives.

Name:
Amy Gwen - January 04, 2001

E-mail:
Gwen@Xcom

Location:
Sanford, NC USA

Comments:
I totally disagree with parents using Ritalin,especially when the child does not agree to taking it as in my brothers case, even his father does not agree and can't do anything about it. I have spoken to many people who have had their children on it and they told me about some of the side effects that it caused like horrable stomach pains. Due to what they told me I find it immoral to use it on a human being.

Name:
Karin - December 31, 2000

E-mail:
acvrschic_00@Xcom

Location:
Lynchburg, VA USA

Comments:
I was reading through the entries and discovered that I am not the only unique person out there :) I am a 20 year old college student who was recently diagnosed with pretty much ever possible disorder out there, including ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and many others. I am also left-handed which puts me at a disadvantage to the world. i went through high school making straight A's. I graduated at the top of my class. I was tested many times for these disorders. Not a single doctor found them nessessary to diagnose until my college grades started falling well below average. I know this sounds like a sob story, but it's a story that parents of children who are just like me need to read. Don't give up on your children. Yes, they are different and even the most "active" children can make it. I am now a college student who is on the way to the deans list and working on a degree in criminal justice with a minor in psychology (with a specialization on childhood disorders). please email me if you have any questions about any of the disorders...and one favor i ask of all-PLEASE DON"T LET DOCTORS TELL YOU YOUR CHILD HAS A DISEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks.

Name:
Lily - December 27, 2000

E-mail:
baby3ks@Xcom

Location:
Ontario, Ca USA

Comments:
Im bearly found out that my 5 yr. old has adhd and I don't realy know what to do if any body has and comments for me please give them to me .

Name:
Melanie Trailer - December 18, 2000

E-mail:
gws2000@Xnet

Location:
Corona, CA USA

Comments:
I started homeschooling my 9yo son because I felt he was slipping through the state educational sieve. At the fourth grade level he still could not print legibly. We started practicing daily and I noticed an increase in his willingness to do school work! Sounds to me as if I have fallen right into your theory/treatment without even knowing it! Well I know it now and am thoroughly delighted!! Thanks for the site!

Name:
slnphr - December 17, 2000

E-mail:
slnphr@Xcom

Comments:
I read your article, and I agree with you on what you said. But, Ritalin is a methylphenidate. Here is a web site you may want to check out: www.healthysource.com/ritalin.html slnphr

Name:
Nadelle Claypool Washington - December 14, 2000

E-mail:
Nadelle_Washington@Xcom

Location:
Englewood, CO USA

Comments:
I have had many years of association with Jeanette Farmer and she is brilliant in her development of this profoundly effective remediation system. Her background is impressive and her system's success rate is almost miraculous! The solution to many of society's most problematic emotional, educational and literacy issues reside in this elegantly simple approach. It is literally within fingertips' grasp. - Nadelle Claypool Washington

Name:
Natalie Bailey - December 12, 2000

E-mail:
Nattynicolelb@Xcom

Location:
Nederland, Tx USA

Comments:
I would just like to tell you that i really enjoyed being in home school.I had alot of problems in my family and they were getting worse so i got in home school and now i dont have to worry about making up work or even failing. Thank you Natalie Bailey

Name:
Lisa Kopf - December 09, 2000

E-mail:
jusbri32@Xcom

Location:
Holbrook, NY USA

Comments:
My sister in law has been struggling with having my nephew tested for ADHD. He fits the description to a tee. I have a problem with the things I hear about how his teacher handles the situation. This child is very bright and I won't try to fool you very HYPER. His teacher seems to only focus on getting him medicated and finds reasons daily to try to force my sister in law into medicating him. My sis in law is a Pediatric RN and very bright and well educated on Ritalin now. She does not want him on Ritalin. My other nephew was on it in the past and the effects were not pretty. Please give us some advice. She is having him meet with a physician to be TESTED.

Name:
Stacey McDonough - December 06, 2000

E-mail:
StaceMac82@Xcom

Location:
Oviedo, FL USA

Comments:
I am an education major, and I have a great deal of experience with working with children who have been diagnosed with ADHD and completely overmedicated. I worked as a camp counselor over the summer and I had to watch almost every member of my group of 5 year old commatose zombies go up to the nurses office to take their ritalin three times a day. This is completely immoral,and irresponsible. I feel so badly for the children who are drugged into conformity by their lazy parents who do not want to deal with them.

Name:
Gail Catasus - December 06, 2000

E-mail:
rgcatasus@Xcom

Location:
merritt island , fl USA

Comments:
I am a public school teacher who has a son with adhd, capd, visual processing difficulties and was in SLI (severe language impairment) and was recently staffed out. Our son is presently in second grade and struggling in reading and math. His assessement results are conflicting. I am in great need of finding schools that specialize in working with CAPD and ADHD students in the state of Florida preferably in Orange, Brevard, and Indian River county either private, public, or small home-school based program that have a thorough understanding, educational format,and compassion for these children. As an adhd, learning disabled adult I have vivid memories of an extremely difficult educational experience. That is why I went into teaching to give these children hope. Now I am on the other side of the table heart-broken for my precious son and looking for alternatives. Please help if you have any resources. Many thanks.

Name:
Jim Nachowicz (no not Jac) - December 05, 2000

E-mail:
nachoman06@Xcom

Location:
Mundelein, IL USA

Comments:
My dad is a Graphoanalyst. He gave me your report "Good Old Fashioned "Penmanship" ... My son is out of the loop of "learning diabled" and services were discontinued. Now he is subject to the "system" to keep him advancing. I feel strongly other things can be done. This has brought me to your site. I will be researching more. Hopefully, can inform you of our advancements.

Name:
trish lombard - December 03, 2000

E-mail:
im2smart4u@Xcom

Location:
spokane, wa USA

Comments:
I TOO HAVE VERY MIXED FEELINGS ABOUT AD/ADHD...I KNOW THAT WE AS A SOCIETY HAVE MADE MORE AND MORE DEMANDS ON OUR CHILDREN, WHAT WITH SEGA AND 10 SECOND "BITS" EVEN ON SESEME STREET...IT IS NO WONDER THAT OUR CHILDREN ARE BUCKLEING UNDER THE STRESS. BUT I ALSO BELEIVE THAT THERE HAVE ALWAYS BEEN ADD/ADHD CHILDREN (ALTHOUGH THEY HAD NO OFFICIAL TITLE) THAT WERE THE BULLIES, THE KIDS CONSTANTLY SENT TO "THE OFFICE", THE ONES THAT COULD NEVER WAIT, OR WHATEVER THE SITUATION THEY ALWAYS SAID THE WRONG THING...SO WHAT DO YOU DO? MY SON IS 7--HE HAD AD/ADHD SYMPTOMS IN THE HOSPITAL!! UNTIL RECENTLY I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN ACTIVITES AFTER 3 PM DUE TO HIS BEHAVIOR...I ONCE HAD A DOCTOR (MINE, I HAD TO TAKE MY SONE WITH ME) WHO SAID I WAS A "BAD MOTHER" BECAUSE I COULDN'T KEEP HIM UNDER CONTROL. I HAVE AN EDUCATION DEGREE AND MANY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE WITH "AT-RISK YOUTH"...I KNOW ABOUT REDIRECTION AND BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION. MY SON'S TEACHER CALLED ME @X..MAYBE NOT. THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME "VENT"...

Name:
Michele R. Kimmie - November 30, 2000

E-mail:
sisceo@Xcom

Location:
Southfield, MI USA

Comments:
Hello, my husband and I are the proud parents of three wonderful African American young men. Early in their education they were all diagnosed with ADHD. My oldest and youngest are very hyper and my middle is not, but they all have issues with organizational skills, following more than one direction at a time, finishing what they start, paying attention in class and even at home. They are all very bright children and could possibly be "A, B and C" students if what, (they tried harder, mom stop "carrying" them(checking up on them with their teachers and asking about homework 181 days of the school year), they wanted these grades for themselves and not just to keep mom from being on their backs, I do not know. They all have been tested through the school system and were found to have ADHD. But, is it likely that ALL three of them would have it? I am having the youngest one tested again. All of their handwriting is horrible! The oldest and youngest want to print everything. We want to do all we can to help our young men be able to compete in this jungle of a world we live in, but it is hard when they fight you every step of the way. We tell them even if you work at McDonalds you still must be able to count. I did not mean to take up all of your time, but when I saw another avenue for me to go to for possible assistance I took it. My husband and I work full-time, go to school full-time and we still give time to them but they just do not seem to want to or even care to understand all we do is for our and their overall welfare. We want to make a better life for us all. We thought that if they see us working hard and going to school it would motivate them, well I am not so sure. Thank you, M. Kimmie

Name:
Ruthann - November 29, 2000

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ruthannlink@Xcom

Location:
Parsippany, nj USA

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My son is in the process of being evaluated by his school. They have asked me to take him to a doctor. They think he might be ADHD. They also told me that he has trouble with his handwriting skills. Needless to say, I almost feel over after reading the about the connection between handwriting and ADHD. I'm going to order the CD. I'll let you know how it works.

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Lance Ellis - November 28, 2000

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Ellis@Xfreeserve.co.uk

Location:
Birkenhead, UK

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I have been concerned recently to learn that my grandson (7) has been labelled with a new social disease called ADD. I believe that this "label" has been attached to him and many other children simply because they are unique and different and somehow do not conform to the requirements of the teaching proffession. i.e they will not pay attention they do not listen to what I am saying ,they wriggle and squirm. Perhaps if I was subjected to the "modern"ways of teaching, I too would become bored and disinterested.

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Donna Dillon - November 28, 2000

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Location:
Warren, MI USA

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I am a mother of 4 beautiful girls ages 2,7,9 and 11. The teacher of my 9 year old feels she needs Ritalin, but i don't feel she does, so when i was told about your website i printed out all kinds of information about Ritalin and the pros and cons of it and it has been very informative, so now when i meet with my daughters peditrician and therapist i will have the information and can hopefully come up with and alternative to Ritalin. I also think it's over prescribed, and there are other alternatives that work just as well as Ritalin.

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Sarah G. Prado - November 23, 2000

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SP438@Xcom

Location:
Duncanville, Tx USA

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I am interested in what I have read herein about your program. I have children in my classroom that I would like to try this with. It may open up a new segment of help for those special needs children.

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Alicia Lopez - November 11, 2000

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Supergirl1206@Xnet

Location:
Bushkill, PA USA

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WOW! I was very happy to find this website! My husband and I have a child with ADHD, ODD and PDDNOS, we have fought medicating him for the past two years. We feel that the more we educate oursevles about the "diagnosis", the better we can help our son. The question is, "Is this a heridetary disease?" as my step-son, my husbands oldest son who is 7, soon to be 8 has also been diagnosed as ADHD, ODD. We feel he is not so lucky as his mother medicates him..with the big "R", Ritalin. I suppose in some ways it is warranted, in other ways it is not. Does Ritalin cause long term cardiovascular and central nervouse system damage? If you go to WWW.Salon.Com Mothers Who Think, there are many articles about this issue. My husband and I feel that the more you practice behavior modification and keep the children involved in the right programs, school, therapy, etc...medication is unnecessary. This program of "retraining the brain" is an excellent idea. It is a therapy that in more ways than one can help these "special Children" from falling into the pharmacutical cracks of todays society. I welcome your comments and suggestions, please feel free to write! I am sure we can all relate in one way or another!

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Robin Pearce - November 06, 2000

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robin@Xzzn.co

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My son suffered from Hyperactivity when he was four years old. We noticed the symptoms appeared within an hour of him consuming food or drink that contained additives such as artificial colourings, mono sodium glutamate and sodium benzoate. The answer to the problem was a to ensure his diet was free from these additives. I wonder how many children are being prescribed Ritalin for their hyperactivity when all they need is an additive free diet.

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Cassandra Valdez - November 02, 2000

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littlev911@Xcom

Location:
Tampa, FL USA

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I really like your site. I am currently writting a paper on alternative treatments for learning disablities and your site has helped a lot~~~Thanx

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Leanna Martinez - October 26, 2000

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sparrowapril@Xco.uk

Location:
Toronto, On Canada

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October 26, 2000 Wow, this is a very interesting concept. I have a child who is LD/Gifted. During a short time in his grade one experience I homeschooled him. I am a vocalist and music lover, and during the time I educated my son at home, one of the techniques I used was music during his handwriting segments. As he/I formed the letters we used musical notes suited to their shapes. I found this to be tremendously helpful to him. It was not something that I knew or had read about, but rather something that I felt drawn to try. I have also used rhymical patterns to improve memory, ie. spelling words, and times tables. My sense is that there definitely is a strong link between music and learning. It's often been said that music is the unniversal language, and I have found music to be such a healing and enjoyable medium to enhance learning. I am interested in leaning more about your theory. I agree with your statement about ritalin, and I don't see it as a solution. Thank you for this valuable information, and I would love to learn more about it. I can't afford the tapes right now, but will look into this when I can. Sincerely, Leanna Martinez Toronto, Canada

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Marche Hennington - October 25, 2000

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Marche_Hennington@Xcom

Location:
Ventura, CA USA

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Thank you for the information in regards to Ritalin and children who have ADD I'm using the information in a discussion my teacher will be giving today on the subject. Your information will be of help with my assignment. Thank you. Marche

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Sarah - October 22, 2000

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Location:
East Hampton, ct USA

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i work in a day care center with a 1st grader who has adhd. no one can get through to him so i decided to look up something that will help calm him down because his parents dont want him on medication. this is perfect, thank you.

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Donna Gastin - October 16, 2000

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donnadoo6@Xcom

Location:
Canton, OH USA

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Just surfing around finding sites to increase my knowlege about this little problem that most think can be cured with a tiny pill that could kill the person taking it or others around them(rare occurance)

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Dr. Offie C. Wortham - October 16, 2000

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offie@Xcom

Location:
Beacon, NY USA

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Your website is a breath of fresh air. I am doing post-doctoral work at a major university in psychology, and they are still telling us that there is no alternative to using drugs on our children. I want to write a major article stressing the fact that lead poisoning is a major cause of the problems of many of our youth who are being drugged up and possibly mis-diagnosed. Does anyone out there have leads to studies to support my research?

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Helen M. Fisher - October 12, 2000

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kish7@Xnet

Location:
Wappingers Falls, NY USA

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Looking for some good journals with articles on your process. please forward any information to my address. Thanks.

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Kelly Young - October 12, 2000

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kelly123159@Xcom

Location:
Gastonia, NC USA

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I am a mother of a child who's teachers feel may have ADD or some form of the disorder. I am looking for alternatives to medication and that is why I am here at you site. Hopefully I will be able to get some good information for his father and I to take to the doctors and teachers before we are more or less forced to do something that neither of us feels is in the very best interest of our son.

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Lorraine Egan - October 12, 2000

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lae198@Xac.uk

Location:
Southampton, U.K.

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I am a psychology student in the U.K. preparing a dissertation on the use of drug therapy in behaviour modification. I have also worked with children who have had an attention deficit disorder.

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Kathryn Bartlett October 9, 2000 - October 09, 2000

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kb.fam@Xnet

Location:
Amarillo, tx USA

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We have just begun to test my 9 yr. son for ADD and i have read enough about ritlin to know that i do not want my child to take ritlin. I am very interested in special activities that i can work with my son to avoid ritlin. I would also like to know what other kinds of medication there are so that i can read on them.

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Christy Smith - October 03, 2000

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lynnchristy@Xcom

Location:
LaVerkin, Ut USA

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When they had me on Ritalin there wasn't any information on it. I say lets do get the kids off ritalin...no matter what the cost. It's important not to drug the personalities out of our children or ourselves. There is no, or should be no quick fix answer.

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veronica rosales - September 28, 2000

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veronica@Xnet

Location:
vandalia, mi. USA

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I have a nephew. First one in the family. He has many problems. The doctors told my sister that her son has ADD, he's only two. I'm not so sure, i've been looking every were, for information.He fits the descriptions, but then he doesn't. He like to hit, bite, yell , he doesn't listen to anyone. Not even my parents. I think that he is just misunderstood. His mom(my sister) has always worked alot, so my mom has had to raise him since he was born. He visits my sister on the weekends. He's a very hard headed little boy. Alway's getting into trouble. I'm trying to convince my mom to let me take him to a specialist, not only in ADD, but in other childrens psycological disorders.i'm not going to give up, he's not going on ridelin. thank you for your time.

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Marjorie Reid - September 25, 2000

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mgreid@Xas

Location:
Pago Pago, AS USA

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I have just started looking into how I can be able to help in particular, my 8 year old 3rd grade son with his attention span, writting skills and learning ability. I am very interested in what I have read so far and will probably give your method a try. I noticed last that when he turned on his little radio and there was nice soft background music playing, he was far more attentive to the story we were reading. I will try it again tonight as he does his homework. Gosh I'm going to try it with all 4 of my children, 5th grade, 7th grade and 12th grade who seem to be over-awed by there homework.

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Jan Corbett lovelady - September 25, 2000

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JLovelady@Xk12.al.us

Location:
Montevallo, Al USA

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I am a fourth grade teacher in Montevallo, Alabama. I have 5 students that are ADHD in my classroom I am the mother of two boys and one was diagnosed with ADHD in the 1st grade. He is now in the 8th grade. He has taken ritalin for 7 years. It has worked beautifully for him. I plan on ordering and handwriting/music program to do with my son and the students in my classroom. Thanks for the info. Jan Lovelady

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Pamela C. Roderiques - September 24, 2000

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roderiqup001@Xrr.com

Location:
Honolulu, HI USA

Comments:
Hi! Debbie Jenae referred me to your site, but alas, I cannot afford any out of pocket expenses. Not a sob story but, I am on workers comp and just had surgery, funding is really low. I have 2 girls both have handwriting disorders, they won't diagnose dyslexia, but it is a sub profile of AD/HD and Central Auditory Processing Disorder. I can understand the music relationaship, as I am a musician and a writer, nothing published yet....We a special ed teacher that would put classical music on the tape recorder and my eldest would do math (yuck) for the required amount of time. Is this how your program works? Anyway, anything you can do to help would be appreciated. As they say, a child has a certain window of time before it gets harder to reteach him. Mine are 11 and 12. I have tried to do interventions since 1993. The educational system here in Hawaii lacks. Much Mahalo Pam, Martyann, and T-Marie

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Angie Scott - September 21, 2000

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alnangi@Xcom

Location:
Redlands, CA USA

Comments:
I have a 14 year old son with ADD. He is not hyperactive. I don't want to use drugs. I am interested in some exercises, if any, to assist him in focusing more and paying more attention. Thanks.

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Dee Schwab - September 20, 2000

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schwab95d@Xcom

Location:
Fort Cobb, OK USA

Comments:
I have a 13 year old daughter, we are having more than our share of problems, she is ADHD, She is abusing herself, and the ones around her. I have tons of questions, and need help finding answers.

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Teresa Evenhouse - September 20, 2000

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teresaevenhouse@Xcom

Location:
Westmont, IL USA

Comments:
I have two sons ages 12 & 7 who have both been diagnosed with ADD. I also have a 5 yr old daughter and a 3 1/2 yr old son and I can't wait to use your program with all of them!

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Susan Page - September 17, 2000

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skpage@Xnet

Location:
Tunkhannock, PA USA

Comments:
I have two boys, ages 9 and 10. Between them, we are dealing with Tourettes Syndrome, "ADD/ADHD", OCD, ODD, etc. This year, we are trying home schooling (public school remains our biggest enemy, and private school has depleted my savings.) I came across this website while looking up another topic, and the combination of music/handwriting caught my eye as I still needed a handwriting program. Please send additional info on this program. Thank you.

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Cynthia A. Roberts - September 14, 2000

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ROBERTSCYNTHIA53@Xnet

Location:
Long Island , VA USA

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