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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This is a damaging dynamic for your daughter and you are subconsciously signaling to her that your adult close friendships take priority over her well-being. Put your daughter first. Tell her over and over again that this is a shitty situation she does not deserve, and create space and distance for her AWAY from these people that are harming her.

It does not have to be a confrontation or blow-up. Show her via your actions that she is most important. Do not force her to engage with these girls. Explore other outlets. Continue therapy WHILE acting to protect your daughter from abusive people (therapy will not put a dent while she is being made to engage with her abusers).[/quote]

Here’s the thing though. I got to know these tidbits from the little conversations where she let this slide. Otherwise she is the typical tight lipped  teenager who just clams up. She doesn’t want me intervening or commenting on anything. As crazy as it sounds she is even protective about these 2 girls. I risk the possibility of her not sharing anything with me, if I thrust my opinions on her. My goal is to get her to have better self esteem so she feels valued enough to stand up for herself. [/quote]

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