>>Anyway, I think I was kind of bummed too during my high school years. I mean everyone is. When you're that age, everything is drama.

premiumg if he is really suffering from depression or some other related illness, this is NOT the same as "being depressed". Clinical depression is NOT the same as the sadness that everyone feels from time to time as a part of life. From what you describe it is possible from his symptoms that this is a real problem. Only a therapist or doctor can diagnose him for sure. If he is clinically depressed or has social issues then treatment is available. Therapy and medications can help.

And if that is the case it shouldn't be a matter of money... if someone is ill you try to get them the treatment they need.

Maybe some research on depression is in order, to help you and your family understand and have a better idea as to this is applicable to him. There are lots of books and information on the web. Maybe take a look at what I wrote at http://www.idexter.com