Hi there
Thank you for your letter, I'm really glad you got in touch. Sometimes when young people get older they can find it increasingly difficult to get along with their parents which can lead to arguments. I want to let you know that it is wrong for your mum to hit you, as nobody has the right to hit you. It sounds like you feel mum doesn't make enough of an effort to talk to you and that she blames you for everything. Perhaps you could write down what you would like to say to mum about how you are feeling and then see what happens after that.
You mentioned that your best friend doesn't take much notice of what you say which leaves you feeling like you could not ask her for advice. It also sounds like you feel that talking to your family would not be an option in case they tell your mum. Talking to ChildLine is an option as we can listen to what is going on and support you through this. There are also message boards on the ChildLine website where you could talk to other young people who are in a similar situation to yourself.
You can contact ChildLine by giving us a ring on 0800 1111, log-in to the website for a 1-2-1 chat or sending an e-mail. If you are concerned about ChildLine keeping what is said confidential then you can have a look at the confidentiality policy.
Take care
Sam