On parenting

What ways do you wish your parents had shown love or supported you as a teenager or young adult?

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akindheart · 61-69, F

both of my parents were damaged. seriously damaged. Although they loved us, they could not offer support. I was very lucky that i became successful. i can't say for the rest of the family.

ZulXeroth · 31-35, M

@akindheart do you think that if modern therapy were available and less stigmatized for them, that they may have been able to seek that and do better?

What support did you need that you didn’t get?

akindheart · 61-69, F

@ZulXeroth no. they were incapable. they lived a tough life. they both had addictions. I received NO help. none. I went to school because I knew my mom's income and forged my financial aid papers. I was that determined. she would not help me. ever.