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Originally Posted by KirkVining
The kid is depressed, and self-pitying. Sounds like some weed action too. It's really a little late in the game for the doctor trip unless it's something he himself wants to do. Sorry to say, but the best thing to do with a kid in that shape is to kick him out. Some kids have to be forced to face life and get off the pity potty. Don't feel guilty, you are doing the best thing in the world for him, and he is probably something only his bio dad can help him get over, since some of his resentment may be tied to you. If you keep him around, he's just going to get worse. His depression will turn to anger and he will start in on other negative behaviors.
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Other than his laziness and general apathy, I have never had any problems with him We hardly ever argue, only on the those issues.
He behaves very well and is respectful for the most part, which makes it hard for me to do what I did.
I believe a kid needs a spanking once in awhile and years ago, he and his father must have spoken and that topic was brought up. The father called up my wife saying that he didn't want me to discipline his kid. I respected his wishes and never laid a hand on him, although he is intimidated by me physically. In fact, I kind of sat back and let my wife deal with him unless he got out of hand.