He said he never received any affection from his father and that his father rejected him ever since he was 2. This bothers him a lot. He always had trouble making friends when he was younger(5-20). He began reading books on making friends and now he has about a dozen close friends. A psychologist he knows says she thinks he has Asperger's but did not make a formal diagnosis. He is extremely bright and always was. He had difficulty communicating with his peers because they were unable to understand his language. Adults would love him because they understood the advanced words he he used. He would have trouble with eye contact when he was spoken to. Everyone who meets him really likes him because he is so honest and understanding. What is his real problem and how can he be helped?
2007-12-30 13:36:09 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
Actually, I don't see that he has much of a problem right now making or keeping friends. His problem occurred when he was a youngster and never received any fatherly affection or attention. That was bound to leave a mark on him, so he craves the friendship and closeness of other males or role models. I see nothing wrong with that. In spite of his lack of paternal love, I think he has made a remarkable adjustment. I think the most important thing you can do is continue to be his friend and offer him moral support and encouragement.
2007-12-30 13:44:46 · answer #1 · answered by gldjns 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there are very serious issues here with this friend no wonder he has social issues, he can not help it
2007-12-30 21:48:16 · answer #2 · answered by No More Abuse 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋