Page 12 - Hobe Sound Reflections - November '24

Page 12, Hobe Sound

kids Corner

Understanding Moody they are a ball of changing hormones, have variable sleep struggle but after our results review meeting he understood
It’s not uncommon for teenagers to be moody since
It took mom a while to get dad to recognize the
Teenagers patterns, and are vying for independence. All this occurs additional support was needed. Dad actually initiated
while your teen is dealing with the pressures of school, the conversation with his teen by saying, “I feel that our
By Jim Forgan, Ph.D., social media, and exposure to drugs and porn. As the relationship is strained. It may not bother you but it bothers
Licensed School mom wrote, her teen was withdrawn and his behavior me and if you would, I’d like you to meet with a counselor.
Psychologist had changed within the past few months. Prior to this he I will as well because I need some help knowing how to
“My teen son has a hard was a happier person and a decent student. help you and our family.” The teen agreed to dad’s request.
time showing emotions, Our testing revealed this teen was depressed. Mom had School neuropsychological testing was the process
has a hard time to make wondered if he was depressed but thought looking down which provided answers. Call (561) 625-4125 if you are
friendships, has a hard at him from the 30,000-foot view he had a good life. He concerned about your child and would like understanding.
time to feel happy and had an intact family, a cell phone, nice place to live, and Testing is completed in one day and we test children
contented, has a hard time he was doing well in school. She thought, “What is there through young adults for autism, dyslexia, ADHD,
to do activities that he to be depressed about?” Testing revealed he had very anxiety, and depression. Our website is JimForgan.com.
considers useless or are strong feelings of inadequacy and was struggling with his
mentally or physically identity. He believed he was not in control of his outcomes
demanding. Help me figure out what is wrong with him!” so, “Why should he try?”

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