I worry i’m too mentally ill to have a family of my own

I would like to be a wife and mother one day. But the older I get the more I’m convinced maybe I shouldn’t because I would just create problems. Especially my bad temper and near constant battle with suicidal thoughts.

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violentred · 26-30, M

I feel the same way about myself. I feel I'm too depressive,agoraphobic and anxiety ridden to be a worthwhile spouse or parent

Isthisit · F

@violentred I have all those things as well (depression,agoraphobia and anxiety disorder) and have one son who just turned 21. My mental health issues have definitely had an impact on my role as a mother over the years.

Isthisit · F

I shouldve thought like you before i had my only child at 18. I was young and nieve and never factored in the effect my mental illnesses would have on my parenting abilities. Add into that my sons father who was an abusive controlling narcissist wich worsened my anxiety. I dont regret having my child but i do wish i had had him later on in life with a better partner and more support.

Nebula · 41-45, F

Those are things that you can work on and overcome ❤️

Muthafukajones · 46-50, M

People change a lot after they have children.

SinlessOnslaught · 26-30, M

I'm the same.

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