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January 23, 2003
Chris had his appointment today with the NeuroPsychologist. I had taken a personal day from work to be present for this. The appointment was scheduled for 9am and we arrived right on time. The doctor came out to meet us and took us into his office. He lead me into questions to find out why we were there and what concerns I had. He probably took about 2 pages of notes altogether. I talked about many, many things with the doctor. My fist comment was how impulsive Chris’s behavior is. I told him that he has no regard for consequences of his actions and that every day, I have to “start over” with him. The doctor asks me, “Is it as if he doesn’t remember?” * bingo * I also discussed his destructive behavior and how he takes things out on Benjamin and me in fits of rage or just jealousy. I think he was surprised when I told him that Chris breaks ALL of his toys, even the ones he begs for. We talked about the family history or psychiatric problems (my brother is bipolar; my sister suffered from severe depression for a while.) All in all, the doctor probably spent a good 45 minutes with me, which was really great! He was very attentive and spoke very little during this time. He took about two pages of notes while I was talking.
The Evaluation
Chris was to be evaluated without me actually in the room. I wasn’t really sure what to do while they were in together, as it was supposed to take all day. After the doctor was finished speaking to me, it was already 10am, so I left to get us something to eat knowing I would need to come back at noon for the lunch break. During this time, Chris's teacher called me on the cell phone to discuss his behavior in class. She proceeds to tell me how it is REALLY going. I guess Chris is just getting worse in the classroom setting and she wanted to set up a meeting with me. I told her that was fine and I also explained that right at that very moment, I was the doctor’s office having him evaluated. She was happy to hear it, and said that we could postpone the meeting until we find out the results.
My Thoughts
I was disheartened to hear, from Chris’s teacher, that he is not improving in class. I should have expected it, but if there is no concrete diagnosis, I really don’t know what to do. I told the doctor that if doesn’t find anything wrong, that we would need SERIOUS counseling! He chuckled, probably thinking that I was joking. I am scheduled to come back and talk to the doctor about his findings on February 4th. I am anticipating it already. I just have to say, I was very impressed with this doctor. He was wonderful with Chris and me! I’m glad that we were able to see him.
Until next time,
Heather, Ben, & Chris
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