How Do You Deal With A Bad Parent?
• Talk as often as necessary to trusted friends and family members. Chances are you’re not alone in noticing the behaviour. • Keep talking. Don’t give up because a certain person doesn’t believe you, or because someone tells you that what you’re going through is “not that bad”. Often times, children who tell people about their emotionally abusive parents aren’t taken seriously, because they’re not being physically harmed; if this happens to you, let the person know that an emotionally abusive parent leaves scars that take much longer to heal. • Go to the police or anyone else you need to if things get excessively out of control. Don’t give up until you have been heard. • Form strong friendships and get involved in lots of activities. This will help get your mind off things and help you bear dealing with a bad parent. • Try talking to your parent. Don’t hold high hopes – you don’t want to be let down. And sometimes people just don’t get along. Find a way to get away from the parent. Con
