Guest guest Posted November 10, 2010 Report Share Posted November 10, 2010 I went through a lot of the same things with Matt. He struggles with a measure social anxiety and poor self-esteem that makes him think that kids may not like him or that something will happen to embarrass himself. It did get better over time though - he worked through it and realized that people would like him just the way he is and he made friends. I have always let him invite anyone he wanted over or several at a time. I would make pizza or brownies and be especially nice to the boys so that they would enjoy being here, and Matt would relax, and they would naturally want his company. I always told him that all he ever needs is just 1 or 2 friends. Try doing this search for some good info... O'Donnell, your Guide to Parenting Tweens . Also Social Best. Bonnie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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