teen girl "social outcasts"
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teen girl "social outcasts"
| Thu, 01-11-2007 - 5:38pm |
I am the mother of a 16-year-old daughter. We moved to a new state when she started high school and she is still having a hard time making friends. She didn't want to move here in the first place and I think she carries that attitude with her. She's joined clubs, a school sports team, takes dance class, but nothing she does seems to be getting her anywhere as far as making friends. She's been told that she's "stand-offish." I'm frustrated and nothing I say to her as suggestions about how to handle making friends seems to have any impact. HELP!

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I agree with "kidsandroses" 100%. I was also wondering if DD is complaining about not having friends or if it just your concern?? My son doesn't seem to do much with friends outside of school. It seems to bother me more than it bothers him. He has never complained about not having a lot of friends.
He will be going to a new school next year. So, I just wonder if I shouldn't worry about it. He goes to sports activities and scouts and seems otherwise happy. I hope that's OK, but I'm not sure.
Since your daughter is old enough to work, would a part-time job would be another way to meet other kids? Possibly she'll meet kids that go to other schools. It might also give her confidence.
If DD is like my DS, they never like Mom's suggestions. Seems to do more harm than good. So, be patient and supportive of the things she chooses to pursue. Good luck.
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