I also just recently turned 16. As someone with a *very* judgmental mother (and father, but especially mother) who knows/ knew nothing about my SI, you are doing great. I wish I had someone to turn to when I needed it (luckily this forum helped a bunch!). You're doing really well-- just take it slow, be gentle, keep going with what you're doing, and don't lose patience. You seem like a really awesome dad

- AJ