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[quote=Anonymous]You sound Op like a friend of mine who thought her kid was the problem child and could not understand why the kid didn’t want to spend time with them. Meanwhile, everyone else knew!

Finally the parent got to therapy and began to work on themselves after blaming others for the situation.

I’d go to a therapist, OP, and keep an open mind.

I could not wait to get away from my own parents. My mom was anxious, depressive, angry with a short fuse and moods varied from generous and decent to screaming at me. I’m sure she was mystified as to why we all got out asap.

I struggle with mental issues myself so I’m sympathetic to those who have issues, but I never was overly controlling. I built trust with my kid from the start by listening to them and using what I learned from parenting instruction. I didn’t want to pass on the trauma.

I hope you can find a loving path forward and I would definitely continue to financially support your child and let them know you have their back.

And be honest with yourself. Reflect on why they might dislike you and seek to be open and change.

Now I am wondering if this OP is a troll. I hope not.

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