Posted by greywolf on October 6, 2008, at 20:05:19
In reply to Re: Depressed 16-yr-old. Help?, posted by desolationrower on October 6, 2008, at 13:37:25
IMHO, you want to stay away from all meds with a 16-year old unless they become absolutely necessary. In my view, what you need is a good therapist, particularly one who has experience dealing with athletes.
I have 2 kids who are considered by others to be "elite" athletes in lacrosse and football. The only advice I EVER give them is to grab them by their face masks and demand that they go out there and, come hell or high water, HAVE FUN. We keep the elitism in its place--other people's houses.
As I'm sure you also do, I work hard to instill the understanding that their performance on the field has nothing to do with their value as people. Unfortunately, societal pressures too often overwhelm that message. A good therapist with a background in working with sports figures should help as much or more than meds in that area.
Greywolf
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