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<blockquote data-quote="Albatross" data-source="post: 717126" data-attributes="member: 17720"><p>Tough one, LBL. Even though he was told this day was coming if he didn't change his ways, I'm guessing he wasn't expecting it to be so sudden. He was blindsided, and he IS young.</p><p></p><p>On the other hand, blindsided can be a very good motivator for these difficult children. He's been shown in rapid fashion what he can expect from the lifestyle he's chosen.</p><p></p><p>Plus, if he's been dealing and using like you say, he should have no problem couch surfing for a couple more days.</p><p></p><p>My gut reaction is that stepping in when he hasn't shown any remorse sends a mixed message after you've rocked him back on his heels, so you will lose a lot of ground.</p><p></p><p>It also might send the message to the youth welfare authorities about your willingness to help him, so that's maybe something to consider.</p><p></p><p>Your post came in while I was composing this. Glad you reached a decision. The important thing is what we can live with.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Albatross, post: 717126, member: 17720"] Tough one, LBL. Even though he was told this day was coming if he didn't change his ways, I'm guessing he wasn't expecting it to be so sudden. He was blindsided, and he IS young. On the other hand, blindsided can be a very good motivator for these difficult children. He's been shown in rapid fashion what he can expect from the lifestyle he's chosen. Plus, if he's been dealing and using like you say, he should have no problem couch surfing for a couple more days. My gut reaction is that stepping in when he hasn't shown any remorse sends a mixed message after you've rocked him back on his heels, so you will lose a lot of ground. It also might send the message to the youth welfare authorities about your willingness to help him, so that's maybe something to consider. Your post came in while I was composing this. Glad you reached a decision. The important thing is what we can live with. [/QUOTE]
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