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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I worry about my 17 & 18 year old boys too much to enjoy life. One is chronically depressed (working on it), the other is about to go to college and doesn’t like to communicate about where he is or who he’s with. I spend most nights worried to death.

I hope to go back to enjoying life again at some point, just have to get these two transitioned out of the nest.[/quote]

This is me.  These ages are so much harder than when they are little.  I hate it!
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My teen boys are 18 & 19 and I don't find this at all.

Maybe try to be a bit more 'casual' with them and don't put a lot of pressure on them? Only saying this because I notice a lot of the parents here are Type A personalities and want the best schools and careers for their children (I understand - but this can cause stress and teens to withdraw).

The boys are still young, give them time to mature. Try and joke around a bit when talking to them. Lighten the mood, give them a hug, tell them they are the best sons you ever had :)

My boys are sweet, happy, communicative - and I'd say average as far as being "achievers". They can be lazy. I encourage, commiserate about schoolwork and part-time jobs (at the same time show I am pleased they are working part-time, even when/if it's only a few hours!). One step at a time! The kids will be alright.[/quote]

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