Advice RE: ADHD son with serious struggles

travelnut
Fri, 12 Apr 2013 21:06:41 +0000

Colorado_mom- thanks for identifying just why I was wiped out awhile ago. That hammering stretched me past my endurance at moments. Laugh of the day.

Momindistress- given yours son’s reported lack of interest in things he once enjoyed, is the possibility of depression as well as anxiety on the table? Prozac might be used for both. If a teen is depressed, it could impact how to think about options or respond to areas of concern.

I like the suggestions to help find an area he can pursue. We found our “you can choose what you want to do, but community service is a part of high school” house rule very helpful. There was something about getting out of your own head and having something to offer that was a win/win for our meandering freshman in particular. Regardless of what it is, just the chance to be engaged and constructive is part of the answer. It is also a chance to connect with new people and perhaps establish relationships with mentors of various types.