Don't feel guilty for where he is at.
His choices have put him there.
Trust me, he knows he is loved by his family. He has lots of other kids his same age to compare his situation with.
What do you think they talk about in Residential Treatment Center (RTC)?
He knows from group discussions and from just talking with the others that he is one of the lucky ones.
He is using what he can to manipulate you, you have to see the writing on the wall.
He knows your weakness and he knows all your buttons. You have to be strong and stand firm against him.
Tough Love works ~ I am a product of it!!