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[quote=Anonymous]My DS is 12 and was diagnosed with ADHD at age 9.  He has been on medication since the diagnosis and it has changed his life.  He still has a few "off" days at school and no "off" days at camp (day or sleep away) as long as he takes his meds.  He is very sports centered and plays several (competitive swimming, basketball and lacrosse).  He has made many friends thru sports teams.  He has also been in Boy Scouts for 6 years and has achieved the second class rank thanks, in large part, to his father who is a scout master in his troop. He doesn't have close friends in the Boy Scouts although he knows them and sees them in different settings.  However, the Boy Scouts is a key element in his life because it teaches character building and life skills.  My DS is a popular kid at school and gets many invitations to "hang out dates" -- Wizards, Nats, DC United games with classmates. And, he is a handsome child -- yes, sometimes looks do count.  OP, I think it is critical for you to get your son involved in activities.  Unfortunately, boys bond through sports and video games.  They are not social and chatty like girls.  I don't recall the age of your son but get him involved in activities, sports in particular.  Good luck.[/quote]

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