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Hi there,
Thanks so much for writing to me about this. I can hear the way Mum is treating you makes you feel really sad. What youre describing sounds like emotional abuse and its not ok that Mum is behaving like this. Nobody has the right to treat you in that way. Theres more information about emotional abuse in the Explore section.
Im also really concerned that you sometimes wish your life was over. When youre feeling this way, its important to get support for yourself. Youve done really well to contact me and Im wondering how youd feeling about speaking to a ChildLine counsellor about what youre going through. The counsellors can help you to explore your feelings and also support you in thinking of ideas about things that might help.
You explained that you really like Christmas and it sounds as though it is normally a special time of year for you. How do you think itd feel to talk to your family about what the plans are for Christmas? I noticed that you said that your Dad is always working but sometimes he hears whats happening. Perhaps you could think about writing a note to Dad or an adult who you trust about whats going on and how its making you feel. You could also think about talking to a teacher about life at home once the Christmas Holidays have finished. Teachers have a responsibility for all the children they work with, and part of their job is to help make sure youre safe and happy.
ChildLine is open every day of the year, so remember that if you need to talk to someone on Christmas Day (as well as any other day) youre welcome to get in touch through the 1-2-1 chat and somebody will be there to listen.
Thanks again for taking the time to tell me about whats happening at home.
Take care,
Sam
You can talk privately to a counsellor online or call 0800 1111 for free.
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