13 year old okay to take sleeping pills??!
Question:
13 year old okay to take sleeping pills??
Hello,
My aunt has a severe narcotics addiction. Long and sad story which I'd rather not get into. However, I found out yesterday that she is giving her 13 year old son sleeping pills. They are Vistoril and not of the narcotic variety. He doesn't go outside to play, just sits home everyday not getting ANY exercise. (I'd probably have trouble sleeping too if I didn't go out and play at 13). Anyway, my question is does anyone else think there is something wrong with this situation or am I just overreacting?
Your thoughts are appreciated!
Answers:
When my daughter of the same age had a sleep disorder, her doctor refused to prescribe any sleeping pills. Instead, she prescribed antihistamines, which helped induce sleep.
I suggest you let her know that what she is doing to her son is not healthy and if she refuses to listen than you will talk to the authorities about it. This may cause an ugly rift in the family but your cousin's health may depend on your butting in.