Stuck

jbob13

Hi folks

I'm father to 20 yr old boy who has struggled with life since he left primary school at 12. Left school at 15, no education, no friends, lovely kid but wracked with self doubt. Used to be such a happy child with friends, sport and hope. Now on antidepressants and honestly we do not know how to help him. He has no energy to do anything, hasn't been out of the house in months really He explains it as ' Effed up situation'

Won't engage with healthcare or counselling.

Smart, kind, sense of humour but lost really. Breaking our hearts and probably his as well.

Any words of help or advice would be very welcome.

Bluebell21

Hi @jbob13 Welcome to the Community. I am sorry you and your son are having such a challenging time. Would having a pet help him? Perhaps a cat or a rabbit something that he could care for and spend time with.

Mind might be able to help you.

https://www.mind.org.uk

Take care.

jbob13

Hi Bluebell21

Thanks

We had a dog for a lot of years. Some help when he was feeling bit better, but not much.

Seems to be retreating into his bedroom. V aware of his situation, comfort from food. Little else seems to interest him. Diagnosed Asperger's but seems more like social anxiety now. Unfortunately he doesn't or can't take any steps to help himself with counselling or exercise. Aware so many other younger adults have similar troubles. V difficult for him. Keep telling myself and him there is always hope, and we believe in him. But yet , seems to just get slowly worse and goes on. Appreciate your words. Will have another look at MIND

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