Damian from Texas

Damian is a very calm and quiet teenager. He likes playing video games, mainly Fortnite. He enjoys watching anime and YouTube videos and playing basketball and soccer. His favorite foods are pizza, hamburgers and chicken. Damian gets along well with younger and older children. Damian is protective and caring towards others. He will advocate for himself and others if he feels someone is unfairly treated. Damian's favorite pet is a dog, but he likes all animals. He benefits from extra classroom support to improve his grade average. Damian has a desire to attend college and pursue a career in engineering. His goal is to one day be an Astronaut. He is learning healthier ways to manage his frustrations. Damian's coping mechanisms include walking away to cool off, talking to an adult about his feelings, and drawing. Visit me at the Heart Gallery of Houston. https://heartgalleryhouston.org/

Damian's forever family will be a protective, loving, committed and patient family that is willing to help him build confidence. He will do well in a single-parent home or traditional family. He desires the connection and relationship between a father and son. Damian is looking forward to being a big brother. Damian will do great in a family with 2-3 children younger than him. An active family who shares Damian's interests of being outdoors and playing video games would be great. Damian's family will have pets and wishes to have a dog. Damian's family will be willing to be involved in his academics and support him with his educational and career aspirations. His family will provide a structured home environment where praise and a reward system is used to encourage repetition of positive behaviors.