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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Does he have inattentive ADHD, learning disorders like dyslexia, or autism? He should get evaluated if there's even the mere whisp of a concern, OP. My two bio kids are 5 years apart, and my oldest was born with special needs: ADHD/ASD/low processing speed, and other issues. We always knew the youngest would catch up with him at some point, and she did. However they're both closely bonded, because the oldest isn't prideful, and the youngest doesn't gloat. They actually support each other nicely. I would tell your kid to mind how he comes across. The most important thing I ever did as a parent was to raise them to do their best effort.... regardless of what that effort achieved. [/quote] Yes, we are getting him assessed. There isn't a lot in common in terms of interest. The older of the two is a late bloomer and still finding his footing- not any interests or passions outside of video games. It's not just about dinner conversations. It's about award ceremonies and ECs, time commitments etc. End of year awards ceremonies are coming up and we already have 3 commitments in May for my bio kiddo and none for our oldest. The presence is undeniable and obvious. How can I balance situations like this? [/quote] OP stop playing dumb. You take your aon to the award ceremony by yourself and don’t talk about it. [/quote] I'm not playing dumb. Step-dad wants to be there to celebrate. He's stepped in and stepped up in ways you wouldn't imagine. It's important to my kiddo that he's there since bio dad isn't involved. Regardless of who ends up attending these events, our oldest isn't oblivious to them occurring. [/quote] Fine, but does stepson care? Is it possible you're the one who sees the difference as failure but stepson is content? After all, he doesn't have to prove his worth and compensate for an absent father like bio son.[/quote]
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