A 30-year-old son, who moved back with his parents two years ago, is unemployed and not seriously looking for employment, and appears to be slipping into depression. He sleeps a lot, barely communicates with them, has no social life, and shows little interest in activities he once enjoyed. He suffers from social anxiety disorder, which makes him fearful of interviewing for jobs and speaking to a therapist. His parents have offered to pay the cost of his college education, attend a trade school or see a career counselor, but he has declined these offers. They have concerns that living alone with no social network could exacerbate his depression. The author acknowledges that this move may be a necessary developmental step for the young man, but acknowledges that maintaining open communication with him about his situation requires respect.