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Recommend Treatment Option For Developmental Problems In Teenagers

I am concerned about my nephew. He is 18 years old an, but developmentally seems to be around age 13. He is very large for his age... He is 6 ft 7 inches tall, and weighs 367 pounds. He is a delightful kid, but struggles to learn. In some areas such as music,He is far beyond his peers( brilliant). He often complains of body aches and fatigue. .. He has always been clumsy, both physically,and socially. He was offered a scholarship in music, but has not been able to pass his GED. He had trouble breathing at birth... Any thoughts?
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We understand your concerns

I went through your details. I can understand. From the given information it seems to be Developmental disorder. Developmental disorders is a group of psychiatric conditions originating in childhood that involve serious impairment in different areas.

These disorders comprise language disorders, motor disorders, learning disorders and autism spectrum disorders. In broader definitions ADHD is included, and the term used is neurodevelopmental disorders.

I suggest you to consult a neurologist or psychologist to assess and diagnose the developmental disorder your nephew has. There are treatments available to manage the problem.

If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute details possible.

Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.
Good luck. Take care.
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Recommend Treatment Option For Developmental Problems In Teenagers

Dear Welcome to HCM We understand your concerns I went through your details. I can understand. From the given information it seems to be Developmental disorder. Developmental disorders is a group of psychiatric conditions originating in childhood that involve serious impairment in different areas. These disorders comprise language disorders, motor disorders, learning disorders and autism spectrum disorders. In broader definitions ADHD is included, and the term used is neurodevelopmental disorders. I suggest you to consult a neurologist or psychologist to assess and diagnose the developmental disorder your nephew has. There are treatments available to manage the problem. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck. Take care.