Posted by greenhornet on February 21, 2005, at 10:04:01
Dr Bob,
I have read over some of the boards where I do not post just to get a better feel for you and your work. On the whole you are to be applauded for donating your time, wisdom and patience.
I know that there are areas where you and I disagree, but let me say this please --
That "parenting" board is the saddest thing I have ever read. Those poor children and parents. In One case I offered two books on parenting that I find very helpful, but on the whole, all I could offer those folks was tears and prayers.
How about something that would address very early parenting -- before those troubles begin?
By "troubles" I mean that relatively new "alphabet-soup" used, saddly, by many of our collegues to discribe childhood behaviors.
(ODD,ADD,PDD,FLK and the like.)
I am sure you have recognised by now that I am basically opposed to the use of mind/mood altering chemicals. I know that a few of them have a place, but wouldn't it be ultimately better to prevent negative behaviors rather than wait until a parent feels professional intervention and drugs are needed?
I am sorry that I cannot think of a potential name for such a board.
You are right -- my practice was limited to adult mental health. But it does not take a Child - Adolescent specialist to see the tragedy of the poor families represented on that Parenting Board. I do see the need for it however sad it may be.
Thank you again for all you do. Regards Greenhornet
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