If you want to tailor these strategies to your specific situation, tell me: What is the of the boy?

When boys are overwhelmed, defensive, or upset, they often shut down verbally. Forcing eye contact or demanding an immediate answer will only harden their silence. Instead, try talking while engaging in parallel activities, such as driving in the car, shooting hoops, or building with Legos. Removing the pressure of direct eye contact allows boys to open up naturally. Extinguishing Aggression and Meltdowns