Expert: James Michael Roan - 10/7/2005

Question
My sixteen year old son is at Scotsdale behavior in AZ. We need to decide if we can bring him home a second time and follow a treatment plan at home. His Pschiatrist feels he has Aspergers or Ocd. I am looking into the Menniger Adolescent program in Texas.He has been on Risperdahl for seven days.this is the second try at this same medicine different dose. He is 85lbs, has refused to eat and drink water, part of the cotamination issues he has. He was till this week a straight A student at Brophy college Prep. We need to get help, but do not feel it is in Arizona. I am willing to mortgage our house, for the right program, but I was hoping to get some other options or direction. The Aspergers specialist in this area can see us in January.

Answer
Hi Jennifer;

This is important and may take a little time. First, I need more information from you. Can you tell me more of your son's history and what circumstances led up to your son's recent difficulties. What are his current problems?

Kind Regards,
James