We did look at her diet and we had her on a preservative/colour free diet etc, where we gave her fresh foods only. We didn't see any significant changes in her behaviour. Her screen time varies as it probably does in most households. DD1 and DD2 play outside or in their rooms a lot, away from any media, except for a CD player maybe. Sometimes they watch way too much TV though lol. I would have to say they mostly play outside, we have a few kids their ages in our street which is a cul de sac so they play out the front with kids most afternoons after school and all through the weekend. They have a pretty regular routine of a 7:30 pm bedtime so they both get plenty of sleep. I have been talking to my sister, cousin and a friend today about her, they have all told me they feel there is something different about her, but have never wanted to say anything to me. I feel a little relieved that they have all said that. It makes me feel a little more at ease that I'm not crazy. I have decided to keep a food diary for her, plus a behaviour diary, book into to see my GP and get a referral for her. I really do suspect she has some kind of behavioural/psychological problem. At the moment I am thinking either Asperges (sp) or Oppositional Defiance Disorder.
Wish me luck girls, I think we need it
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sounds like you're a fabulous caring mummy who is in tune to your little ones. I think a food and behaviour diary sounds perfect. Keep us up to date with your progress.
3LM i was going to suggest she might have ODD. They can maintain for a while (at school) but tend to get worse in their home situation. My eldest DD was thought to have this. Good luck with getting a diagnosis. Try to see someone who specialises in children.
it sounds tough
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