You know, I think the big difference for kids is between 0 friends and 1 friend, kcab. As long as a kid has one person to talk openly with, I think the chances of a "manifesto in the woods" developing are greatly reduced.

And good mental health care matters a lot, too, of course. (A caring mom doesn't hurt either. Luckily, he's got that one in the bag! smile )

Kriston