2007-01-22 18:27:45 · 8 answers · asked by much_brighter_days 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Self-acceptance has been difficult for my son as well. He has Tourettes, OCD and ADHD. He is not very coordinated and does not like sports anyway. He is talented in art, so we have nurtured this in him. Even art classes he balks at because he has his own style and is not interested in learning different methods!
He likes to make stop-motion animation movies on his iMac. He can use his Lego's and position them however he likes. He seems to have a gift for the process of storytelling (segues, etc.)
So I would say to find what YOUR SON is interested in and nurture that as much as you are able. Provide the things he needs to show his talent, whatever that is. This may take time.
Another piece of advice: allow him to tic at home without comment from others. Accept him unconditionally. If he feels that he can be himself in a safe, loving home environment, he will blossom. I know that you love him. Make sure he knows.
2007-01-24 05:02:01 · answer #1 · answered by Juliart 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
martial arts. There are classes specifically for children. They are great for building self esteem, and discipline as well. A good martial arts class will teach a child about self control, self respect, respecting others as well as the physical aspects. He doesn't have to be MR. athletic, but at the same time, he will build his physical strength gradually,and feel proud of himself. He may makes some good buddies too. Good luck.
2007-01-22 18:35:39 · answer #2 · answered by Penny P 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The only think that a mother can do is talk to him, beg him, not in an annoying way, tell him that he makes u worried, that she wants to be sure about his health and that he has to be responsible as she was with him all these years. Furthermore, u should use logic and convince him that there is no reason not to take the Rx. What will definitely work though is making him feel guilts for making u worried and sad.
2016-05-24 00:06:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had that when i was 13 and I played football and it did wonders for me (in this season it would be track) the competition built up my self esteem, gave me muscles, and (in football) the thrill of smashing someone i don't know and don't care who i smashed and if i broke their arm no1 cares it is part of the game (testrome rush.) as long as its not our team
a years later i have self esteem and a hot gf
2007-01-22 20:12:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
get him involved with a sport team. also a counsellor might be able to help him. or a peer support group? also what about a programme similar to big brother/big sister?
2007-01-22 18:32:56 · answer #5 · answered by Carla S 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
he is no different from any other guy. stroke his ego. tell him he's handsome etc. also take him around other young people especially girls, somebody's gonna get his attention and he theirs. let him pick out a great outfit to wear and you pump him about how awesome he looks in it.
2007-01-22 18:39:14 · answer #6 · answered by HAMSANDWICH 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pay a hot chick to go out with him
2007-01-22 18:32:47 · answer #7 · answered by anonbealove 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tourette_syndrome
2007-01-22 18:31:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋