Originally Posted by Jenniferok
Really at a loss for keeping his spirits up!!
Maybe this is the key place to start?

If you both need some time to just 'de-stress' and enjoy life together - I recommend Special Time. It helps build your confidence that you REALLY know your child, and that you are 'there' for him.

http://www.brightfutures.org/mentalhealth/pdf/families/ec/special_time.pdf

http://www.handinhandparenting.org/news/17/64/How-Special-Time-Works-with-Teens

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