Update 2-17

They upped Eli's dose on the new med Intuniv to 3 mg, and he seemed much more calm and in control of his feelings and emotions tonight.  There were a couple of rough spots, but he was SOOO much more managable than he has been.  The two major downsides are that he told the morning cafeteria lady to "shut up" - which just boggles my mind.  I don't believe I have ever heard him say that...but when he's defiant and in a strange place, I wouldn't put anything past him...  And he didn't eat a bite of dinner.  We have another family meeting in the morning, then a meeting with his NEW elementary school and then an appt at 5 with a child psychiatrist who MAY (keep fingers crossed) be able to accept him because of the sepcial circumstances...  So tomorrow will be a busy day...  Stay tuned...