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[quote=Anonymous]OP here- we do strive for balance. DS does have some social skills and behavior that he needs to work on. 
I don't think these thoughts are coming entirely from that place. He understands (as best an eleven year old can) that our impact on other people is separate from being our authentic selves. He doesn't always display it behaviorally, but is able to reflect.

DS has ADHD and is also exceptionally gifted (sorry only throwing that in for context)--he is an abstract thinker and already sees a lot hypocrisy and hiding. It bothers him a lot-- and I can't tell if it's entirely the IQ or inflexible thinking. I think many kids get here--when parental and teacher messages no longer mesh well with peer acceptance.

I do believe DS is thinking of his interests and courage. He wants to find kids who share some of his thoughts and hobbies, and I think he also wants to try more mainstream things that he has previously been afraid to try out of fear and embarrassment.  I'm am hoping for success and acceptance because I do believe that DS is a candidate for anxiety and depression as he ages.

It may not be such a negative thing--but I just don't believe he's going to have an easy road. [/quote]

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