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[quote=Anonymous]DS 13 has significant anxiety and OCD.  He is a strong student and participates in a few school activities like debate and band.  My concern though is that he doesn't do much in the way of physical activity, which is unfortunate because I know that physical activity can be an anxiety/stress reliever.  He is overweight as a result and though we try to provide healthy eating options, portion control is still an issue.  DH and I try to take family walks, bike trips on weekends, etc., but it would be much easier if we could just find an activity for DS to join.  Team sports weren't his thing, but at the same time he doesn't like the one-to-one aspect of solo activities like tennis, fencing, etc.  He is concerned that he will lose in the one-to-one activities and his fear of failure prevents him from trying things that he might enjoy.  This fear of failure is what helps in excel at school, but I feel that it is at an unhealthy level.  I guess this is just a vent unless someone can suggest some magical activity that isn't individual or team based, that doesn't involve competition, and that allows DS to get his heart rate up....and most importantly feel good about himself.  The only thing that we've come up with is rock climbing and that was a no go with him.

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