While thinking, here's what I've found:
- The time today when he hit him six times and somehow got him on the floor
- Last week when he "fell" off his skateboard and broke his arm (he's very good at skatebording)
- The other day when he "ran into the wall" and got a black eye
- Two months ago when he was to scared to go back to my grandfather's/grandmother's house for the night and had a big slash on his back
- 1.5 months ago when he had a dogbight on his hand
That's all I can think of... except of course for today... he's 16 and he doesnt talk to anyone like he used to... what should i do?
2006-11-17 07:27:23 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
It seems like there is something wrong with him, definitely and whatever that is it must be something bad. If you really care about him, try to talk to him, make sure he trusts you and if he doesn't, then you have to win his trust....
If even though your efforts, he still won't tell u anything, then try to convince a friend of his or seomebody you know he trusts...
Another option is to follow him for a day to see what he does and who is he with...
It is very important that you solve this mistery, because he could be in serious trouble... Don't give up, he needs you!
2006-11-17 07:41:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like he is....Most states have an 1-800 number to call to report abuse....You will remain anonymous, so don't worry about reporting it....If abuse is found, he will either be placed with a trusted family member or foster care.....If your parents are abusing him, they will both be investigated.....They will have to comply with court orders, to receive counseling and parenting classes.....I work with abused children in the courts system.....The most important thing for now, is to get your brother placed in a safe environment...Please don't be afraid to seek help, both your parents and your brother will thank you someday....Peace
2006-11-18 02:47:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Jade t, your first answerer. Do ALL of the things she suggested. You didn't give us information about the living situation. Does he live with your parent(s) or your grandparents? Do you live with him or are you on your own?
It certainly sounds like something is going on. Whether it's a family member, family friend, neighbor or someone else, you need to be alert to where he was prior to these "accidents", so you can narrow down the field of suspects.
2006-11-17 16:17:22 · answer #3 · answered by pessimoptimist 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I find it strange that a 16 year old is being abused. Most times, younger children who can not defend themselves are most likely the ones to be abused. Why is he letting someone do this to him? Why does he keep going to their house if this is what's going on? Where does he normally live? You didn't really give enough information for me to answer your question. Sorry.
2006-11-17 15:47:42 · answer #4 · answered by Jenna 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Do you live with him in the same house? If you are then surely you must be hearing things? You need to document all this and consider calling the police.
2006-11-17 16:07:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd defiantly try to spend more time with him and see if he might open up to you. If he does then I'd seek help from someone older that you trust. But if things like this continue I would contact someone and speak to them about it. No one deserves to be abused. good luck to you. ;o)
2006-11-17 15:38:27 · answer #6 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
to me there sounds like he is being abused very much,is there anyone else you can get the same reading as your getting, or call the local victims services and talk to them about what you should do. this must stop this poor young man is accepting this abuse for a reason , is it possible for him tying to protect some one else?.Thank you for caring, and please help him get help
2006-11-17 15:49:09 · answer #7 · answered by rkilburn410 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You didn't give enough info. about who he lives with, but yes, you need to get him help. Tell someone you can trust. Tell a trusted school teacher or official or tell your brother that if he doesn't tell you what's up, you will be forced to tell. Give him a chance to tell you first and then please get him help. Something's going on. Good Luck to you
2006-11-17 15:32:59 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
how about ask him what's going on? you don't give enough details. being abused by whom? how old are you? are you not in the home with him. As a lawyer, I can't give advice because your details are too sketchy. Sorry.
2006-11-17 17:46:49 · answer #9 · answered by angeliabb 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honey,he is definitely being abused you saw it....Tell someone. I say call the cops first.
2006-11-17 15:47:19 · answer #10 · answered by Mother of 2 girls 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋