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[quote=Anonymous]OP, it sounds like your mom had a very tough childhood, with long-lasting results. It sounds like she has anxiety or depression herself, which may lead her to go into self-protection mode. She likely doesn't feel capable of taking on your "emotional burden," even to give sympathy and support, because she can't take good care of herself. I'm sorry, because many of us have moms we can rely on for this sort of thing. But you said it yourself: this sort of behavior is typical for YOUR mom. So what you must do is rely on other friends and family for support. I wish it were different for you. I bet your mom even wishes it were different from you. But people can't give what they don't have. Don't keep going back to a dry well, expecting water. Accept and love and appreciate what you can about her, then move on.[/quote]
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