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It can be dangerous if a kid gets into Nazi-ism, even at 12. His fascination may continue to grow throughout his adolescence. A lot of people become interested in extremist groups like Nazis and skinheads because they are often disaffected, lost,  don't know who they are, don't have a group to identify with, or are unsuccessful in life (e.g., does he have a hard time making friends? is he having a rough time at school?) and scapegoat minorities.

Do your parents know about his fixation? Maybe they can get him someone to talk to.

 

why is this even here?

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adolph did enjoy a daily injection of dexedrine thought,,,

You might start off by asking him what it is about the Nazis that he likes. If his response makes you feel uncomfortable, then I'd talk to your parents about it.

The reason I say this is because my friend's 15-year old daughter has gotten into some pretty weird stuff like sucking friend's blood when they cut themselves. My friend said her daughter has always had an interest in Vampires which she chalked up as normal kid fascination with horror. Now, however, she wishes she hadn't blown it off.

My point is that your brother's fascination may be innocent but could also be a portent of an underlying problem. But unless your his legal guardian, all you can do is try to set a good example and let the responsible people (I'm assuming that would be your parents) know. It's far easier to nip a problem in the bud than to wait until it becomes more serious like my friend's daughter.

That doesn't sound like ADD or medication.  It sounds like a 12 year old trying to get attention.  There has got to be a better way for him to get attention.  My uncle had a real thing about Nazis when he was that age by all accounts. He reckons it must have been the uniform, the accent and the funny way they marched. He doesnt have ADD, and he didnt grow into a Nazi either come to think of it  The good thing is he is 12. Maybe with some excellent role-modeling on your part you can change his attitude. It sound like he is searching for something to identify with, a power figure. Hitler gained power because he feed on peoples powerlessness and those who wanted Germany to be strong. I would look at his peer relationships and start weeding out some negative influences if thats the case, I would also present him with the disturbing facts about Hitler and what happened. Hitler has become a glorified villian, thus the history (Hitler) channel. 12 year olds are extreemly pursuasive if approched correctly. Like I said before, I think helping your brother gain self-esteem and finding his own power and worth in the world would help change his current path.Agreed, think of the stuff you said/did when you were 12...but keep an eye out, you don't want to overlook something if it is more than that. Ya got to have some advice my little brother hes twelve years old.Hes been diagnosed with add and takes medication for it.Well one day he told me that he likes nazis and said that if he had the choice nazi or american he would be a nazi I found this terribly disturbing you might imagine.I told him about all the terrible things they did and he said he knew and he doensnt care. I dont understand why some one could say this Do you think  its from the add or medication.I think it is likely he likes the uniforms or something and is truly not aware of or understand the enormity of their crimes. He is 12.


you should try to talk to him.

[QUOTE=Reisa]That doesn't sound like ADD or medication.  It sounds like a 12 year old trying to get attention.  There has got to be a better way for him to get attention.  [/QUOTE]

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