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Teenage Boys

Denise - posted on 12/04/2008 ( 3 moms have responded )

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I have a 15 year old that just doesn't seem to have any use for me most of the time. He has the whole 'TEEN ANGST' thing going, and has for a long time now. Is there any way to get him to WANT to interact with me more? He is a good kid and I miss him, it's like he's a whole other person these days. I miss his smile and wit so much. I know this is normal at his age, and being 15 is not an easy time for girls or boys, but I just miss him. Any suggestions?

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Lesley - posted on 12/04/2008

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Scarey stuff my sons now 28 and 29 yrs old went through the same thing. You think you have lost them but believe me you will get them back. Just let them go through the motions but still having rules etc., they will hate you but they will come through it and as with me you will find you will become best of friends in fact they are coming round tomorrow night with their other halfs. Think yourself lucky he is a boy my girl was even worse but we are now best friends. Hang in there it will be worth it

Linda - posted on 12/04/2008

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I like Tina's idea. My son will be 17 in 2 months. We go shopping together. Food, clothing and I let him make lots of choices at the grocery store. Let me tell you that it hadn't been easy from age 14 to 16, so I know what you're going through. Hang in there! When you want a hug and he brushes you away, make a joke about it. Don't show you're hurt at that particular time; when the two of you are alone and comfortable explain to him how you love him and will always be there for him. He'll come around! Another thing, he joined wrestling in middle school and got rid of a lot of his frustrations. It helped us get a little closer. Taking guitar lessons also help him calm down. Be wise..

Tina - posted on 12/04/2008

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I know how you feel! Luckily my son and i have played tennis together for most of his life. So when he seems to be drifting away, I take him out on the tennis court and have some fun with him, and then maybe a movie, just the two of us. How about a fun two of you day? Take him out of school for the afternoon and go to the movies. Make him feel special for the day. Just a thought...

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