Hi Linda,

I'm glad to see that you are actively seeking treatment for your daughter. Dr. Amen's work with SPECT scans is quit remarkable; however, getting a QEEG will tell you basically the same thing at a much cheaper price. I have also heard that lately the docs in his office use the SPECT scan to mainly prescribe medication like ritalin and anti depressents. There are some studies that have shown that both of these can be detrimental to recovery. So you may want to make sure you ask them what their therapies are after they do the SPECT.

Instead of SPECT scans, you should look into hormone and neurofeedback therapy. A lot of research has come out just in the last two years regarding the use of progesterone to heal and restore function in brains. The sooner the better with this therapy, so you may want to get her into a doctor right away. A lot of docs are not aware of this new therapy, so I would suggest googleing it and taking a research article into your doctor. There are studies also being done all across the country so you may even have a university near you that is doing the study that you could enroll her in. Neurofeedback has been used for years as a treatment for brain injuries. Also make sure that she eats lots of protein or take a branched chain amino acid supplement. She also needs to ensure she is getting all of her vitamins and minerals. She needs to drink a lot of water during the day as well.

Hope this helps. Don't be afraid to ask more questions b/c a lot of people on here are very knowledgable and willing to help.

Good Luck.