Wendy,

Welcome to the boards. I have an 8 year old son who is starting to become a handful and I think it is because I don't spend enough time with him.

I work alot of hours and his dad has no patience with him. He calls me at work all the time and tells me he misses me. I am so afraid that as he gets older, he will rebel and get into trouble.

I understand where you're at right now and am so very sorry. It would drive me crazy too not knowing what to do and afraid that it may be the wrong move.

I think the biggest thing is to let him know how very much you love him, regardless of his mistakes, past or present. Therapy hopefully will help as well.

I sincerely hope things work out and that your son starts showing some sign of coming around.

Mary Alice