what to do with a raging child?

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My 6 year old has been having rages and meltdowns of epic proportions. Times

outs do nothing for him and never have. Friday, during one meltdown, I told him

he was in a time out but that I was there to hold him so he would not hurt

myself or himself or the apartment. What a wrestling match!No one was hurt and

after a few minutes I let him cool off in his room then tried distraction and

eventually the storm passed.I am still sore from holding him. Nothing seems to

have an effect on him in this state. I can take away toys, priviledges etc and

nothing. I had to skip bath for him that night because I was afraid of him

hurting himself in the bathroom. He was trying to climg me, trying to tear my

shirt, hitting, kicking, trying to bite. Tomorrow he has no school and spring

break is coming up too. Yes I have told his therapist and doc and got nowhere.

I wish they could just live with him for a week then they would see what it is

like. Of course he can be incredibly sweet too.