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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP I have no idea what this kid's situation is, but I had a friend whose parents offloaded her wherever they could all the time. She used to actually phone my mom when she was sick because her own mom was "too busy at work" (as a museum curator!) to pick her up from school.

This was a close friend of mine all throughout my childhood and young adulthood, and my mom tried to include her as much as possible. It didn't work, my friend turned shy and withdrawn, and finally committed suicide when she turned 30.  Prior to that, she had been a straight-A student, very successful competitive tennis player, and the absolute nicest person you could know.

I hope this kid is very resilient and is able to overcome what sounds like borderline neglect from his family. Whatever you decide to do, please consider his situation.[/quote]

I'm sorry for your loss, pp. At the same time, your message about helping out a kid whose home life may be neglecting is fine without the gratuitous mention of the suicide. Do not put the burden on OP.[/quote]

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