Photolisting Profile for Steven

Steven is a 15-year-old boy from Texas who is hoping to be adopted.

Steven is a very active youngster. He plays the baritone in the band at school and participates in art. Steven enjoys playing video games, listening to music, playing basketball, golf or just hitting golf balls, bike riding, watching TV, and playing outside. His favorite foods are burgers and ice cream. Steven makes friends easily and is able to maintain those relationships. He attends church, participates in activities in the neighborhood and at the YMCA. He also participates in family outings and activities such as eating out, going to the movies, visiting with neighbors, and shopping. Steven has a history of over reacting and becoming irritated when faced with unexpected stressors. Steven needs to be prepared for any changes in his routine. Steven does well in school, even though academic and behavior are sometimes issues. Steven is willing to learn new and varied skills. Visit me at the TARE Gallery.

Steven will benefit from a structured home with ongoing consistency in order to further develop Steven's coping skills. His parents should manage his behaviors with the use of positive reinforcement. Steven's parents should have patience and adequate time to devote to Steven, since participation in extracurricular activities as well as in school is very important.