Hi I'm seeking advice on how to support my 16 yo son with school refusal and depression. The challenges we face include: Inability to get him out of bed on school days. Grumpy and moody whenever you try to talk to him about his mood, school, friendships, etc Shuts down immediately when these topics are raised. Becomes angry and aggressive if I do try to persist with conversations. His lack of willingness to get support from his regular doctor, psychologist, medications, etc Unwilling to work with the school. We've already tried a slow return to school on adjusted hours. Attended about 10 days last term. Averaging 50% this term but declining again because assessments are due. This has been going on for about 18 months with the worst attendance over the last 4-5 months. The school are not overly supportive. I am a single mum with little support. I have fulltime custody, except for occasional visits to dad interstate on school holidays. My son refuses to change school, look at online learning, consider TAFE, or any other options than stay home. I fear increased aggression if I try to set stronger boundaries, have deeper conversations. There are other complicating factors over the last few years that are also contributing to all of this. I am on the verge of collapse as the constant stress from this and other issues has worn me out. At a loss on where to go next. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks ... View more