son's emotions

I want to pray for my son, stop from spiralling negatively in his emotions and academic. Help him to stop all distractions and start working on himself to have a positive image.

I am a single parent and jus few days ago my son who is 18 yrs now had a breakdown he is depressed that his father is no longer with us and he feels ashamed. I tried to comfort him yet I cant tell him the reason for he will be more hurt. Lord pls help me to stay strong and pls strengthen my...