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[quote=Anonymous]I don't think sleepaway camp is necessary, but if all the kid's friends are going, and the kid wants to go, and the parents can afford it, then this father's fears are preventing that.

The father needs therapy. Or things could escalate. First overnight camp then sports, outings with friends' families, etc. The father can be overprotective by researching everything carefully, but he needs to let go of the purse strings. And he also should have a long talk with his kid about never being alone with an adult at camp, speaking up if something is uncomfortable, being able to tell him ANYTHING, etc. And he can check out the camp thoroughly, speak to former/current campers, staff, etc.

I've seen someone's life ruined because his mother was a nervous wreck beyond the usual overprotective parent. All the kids on his block were out playing ball, and he wasn't allowed out because a car could hit him, so he stayed in and watched tv. Things like that. This kid was never allowed appropriate independence. He never grew up or out of that. His mom was well-meaning (she was my aunt), but it stunted his growth big time.

Good luck![/quote]

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