:welcome2 Lisa! You're right about this board - there are a lot of very helpful and caring people here. It has helped a lot knowing that there are people who understand. The majority of posting goes on over at Venting and Support, the main forum, so feel free to hop over there.

A lot of the parents have posted about the adverse effects of meds that were originally prescribed for their kids (who had originally been diagnosed with ADHD but later turned out to have BP as well ) - they might be able to share their experiences - I'm not personally familiar with the Dexedrine you mentioned.

Is the local support group a NAMI group? A lot of the people here speak very highly of that organization. The book you mentioned is one that women on this board have recommended too, as well as The Explosive Child. And it sounds like you have been doing a great job finding support for the entire family. We're glad you're here too!

Again, :welcomegp !