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[quote=Anonymous]Is he at a special needs private or is it just a private that happens to be small?

I would try the coaching. And look for your options, public and private, that are bigger.

You can't like, set up playdates, but you can still support his social relationships more subtly. Just by making it a priority you are supporting him. Being willing to drive him places. Making sure he goes to events like the school play or whatever if he wants to--even if he wants you NOT to attend. Be okay with waiting somewhere

My ADHD DD does well with certain social principles like not quite rules but guidelines. For example she knows that people like it when friends attend their performances, so I help her to do that. She knows that Friday afternoons/evenings and Saturday afternoons, a parent will always be available, so she can make or accept social plans without checking with us.

There is nobody worse at logistical planning than an ADHD middle school boy. They all stink at it. So if he's trying to make plans and the other kids are also bad at planning, it's going to be hilariously inept. Support them by offering rides, offering to be the hangout house, whatever makes it work. And keep your expectations low. It's not just him, it's all of them.[/quote]

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