Middle Schooler's Extreme Statements Raise Concerns for Adolescent Depression on 'My Golden Child'

This Friday, April 19th at 8:10 PM, Channel A's 'My Golden Child' will feature the case of a middle schooler whose extreme and repetitive statements have distressed his single-parent father.

The episode will introduce a single father raising his son, who is in the second year of middle school, and two younger daughters. The father sought help when his eldest son began making extreme remarks frequently this year.

During a pre-filming meeting, the son confessed, 'I'm struggling because I have extreme thoughts.' Following the production team's recommendation due to the perceived crisis, the boy underwent a depression screening. However, he remained unresponsive to questions, repeatedly stating he couldn't remember.

Later, he isolated himself in his room during his father's birthday party, adding to the poignant atmosphere.

Footage also showed a tense conversation between the father and son. When his father expressed hurt, the son closed his eyes and refused to engage, dismissively saying, 'Don't worry about it.' This emotional disconnect left both father and son wounded. Dr. Oh, observing the interaction, analyzed, 'Geumjjokki seems to think he is not an important presence to his parents.'

Visiting his mother, the son displayed a brighter, childlike demeanor. Yet, when asked about the reasons behind his extreme statements, he responded with 'I don't know.' Seeing his mother's tears, he confessed, 'I want to go back to the past.' The family was moved to tears while watching old videos of happier times. Dr. Oh pointed out that the father's attention towards Geumjjokki is expressed only through specific means, highlighting a potential area for improvement in their communication.

Viewers can discover the true heart of Geumjjokki's struggles on April 19th at 8:10 PM on Channel A's 'My Golden Child.'

The program 'My Golden Child' is a popular reality show focused on child-rearing that offers expert advice to families facing difficulties. Dr. Oh Eun-young, a renowned child psychiatrist, provides insightful analysis and practical solutions. The show aims to foster understanding and improve family dynamics through emotional support and targeted interventions.