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There is no such thing as "one size fits all". That is why MOST states refer to their special education meetings to decide where to place a child in an "I.E.P" meeting. In Texas, we do "A.R.D.s" Each child has an IEP - but the child gets the IEP at the ARD.
The most important word here, is individual. There are no cookie cutter disabilities. All disablities go up and down on a sliding scale. Some people have few, some have many. Some have physical, emotional, or behavioral concerns. Not all ADD/ADHD kids need meds! Some kids can learn what their difference is and then learn behavior management and coping skills. However, it is up to a doctor to decide if a child does need medicine. Teachers, parents, counselors, and other professionals can recommend that a child be evaluated for medicine, but only a doctor can prescribe meds. One statement that I have seen way too many times is "teachers just want kids to be quiet and be like everyone else." For the most part, that is not true. Teachers want to do their job. Teachers want to see their students succeed. For most teachers, seeing their students be successful and making a difference in their lives is why they got into teaching. It certainly wasn't for the money! On November 11, 1999 the Colorado State Board of Education in was presented with a "Resolution Against Psychotropic Medications." Here are article from various Colorado newspapers on their resolutions. Board to soften drug resolution Psychiatric drugs for kids focus of debate Surfin' USA! Here are some articles I found while trying to find MORE articles on the Colorado Board of Education. Go To Page: 1 2 |
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