C.S.
that is really sad. Have you sat down and asked him why he 'believes' that no one wants to hang out? I know its really touchy, but its good to at least build that bond with him so he knows he can always talk to you. Perhaps you could sent him on a mission to seek out another boy who might feel the same way he does. Have him observe others, and that way he can see that there may be others who are in the same situation. Can't let him persuade himself that friends come to him, he has to make a worthy effort :)