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.