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  • Luco

    04 July 2012 at 12:52

    Is this neglect?

     

    I have a single mum and she leaves me on my own all the time.     I have to do everything myself and she doesn't talk to me for days at a time, in the holidays (which im in right now) im constantly on my own and i have panic attacks and stuff. i just wnt someone to talk 2
  • BrilliantDalek

    08 July 2012 at 21:26

     

    If you are under a certain age you arent supposed to be on your own. I'm not sure if it is  neglect but you should read about neglect on here and talk to a councillor. 
  • Charlie-Host

    10 July 2012 at 11:43

     

    Hi Luco,

    It sounds like there's a lot going on for you at the moment.

    ChildLine has a number of services  that can support young people.

    Why not try our explore and advice  section as there is a section on neglect.

    ChildLine also has a 1-2-1 service and a telephone helpline the counsellors are happy to listen and support young people.

    Take care,

    Rosa (on behalf of Charlie-Host)

     
  • lanpot-cryx

    17 July 2012 at 18:35

     

    How long does she leave you alone for?

    Hope your ok xxx
  • mushr00m1

    07 December 2012 at 19:18

     

    hmmmmm? Does anything else happen?????
  • Hazel_Eyes

    18 January 2013 at 13:54

     

    Hello,

    Yes, that is considered as neglect. You have to tell someone about this- I advise ChildLine (0800 1111). You have your own rights and you deserve to get what you need.

    L,

    H xxx
  • daniella2206

    27 January 2013 at 18:15

     
    Luco - 04 July 2012 at 12:52

     

    I have a single mum and she leaves me on my own all the time.     I have to do everything myself and she doesn't talk to me for days at a time, in the holidays (which im in right now) im constantly on my own and i have panic attacks and stuff. i just wnt someone to talk 2

     

    Hello!

    Yes, that is neglect. i would say its more of an emotional neglect/abuse. I went through exactly that, you're not alone. 

    It sounds difficult for you, what happens if you start a conversation with your mum? 

    Have you tried ringing childline?

    Perhaps when your lonely, ring a friend or family member? It must be difficult, i know, ive been through it.

    Hugs, 

    Take care,

    Daniella x
  • EmzyK

    29 January 2013 at 11:28

     

    Im the exact same with my mum,Most days i will see her for an hour tops. I get left in the house all day on my own until she comes home at half 10 at night. I dont mind sometimes its just i wish i could spend some proper time with her,shes always at her boyfriends.sometimes i just want to move out of this place.

     

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