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11 yr old DS suddenly fearful of the weather



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amother
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Post Tue, Jun 22 2021, 9:09 am
My son was diagnosed with ADHD a few months ago.
He is on Adderall which he takes most days.
He has become very afraid of the weather when its windy or raining. He is very afraid of a hurricane.
Last night we had a tornado warning and he got so afraid I have never seen before the fear in his eyes he was petrified.
Could it be the medication or something else.
Should I take him to see someone?
I am at a loss.
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amother
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Post Tue, Jun 22 2021, 9:13 am
I don’t know if adhd meds could cause this. But if it’s not the medication, then the combination of adhd plus new irrational phobias would make me strongly suspect pandas or pans.
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amother
Navyblue


 

Post Tue, Jun 22 2021, 9:16 am
Weather is a normal phobia. How did he know about the tornado?
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amother
Birch


 

Post Tue, Jun 22 2021, 9:23 am
My kids' weather phobias are related to specific things that happened, or stories they have been told. It could even be a video seen. You haven't told us his age, unless I missed it- that can factor in too.

That being said, stimulants can increase agitation. Sometimes it's temporary, sometimes not. Have you guys done a dosage adjustment lately? Have you seen any other increased agitation? It's worth a conversation with your doctor.
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amother
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Post Tue, Jun 22 2021, 9:37 am
Definitely discuss it with your doctor as a possible side effect. We had a lot of mood changes with Adderall
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