https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/anxiety/my-son-might-be-going-to-prison/m-p/622800#M54738 <P>My son is in his early 30s never been in trouble with police never had fight . and struggled after him and his girlfriend split only dating 12 months they both carried on messaging she was saying wanting a break but still seeing him.</P><P>His head all over the place suffering with his mental health.</P><P>He drove to her house to speak to her once there 5 people there including new boyfriend.&nbsp;</P><P>Which ended in a fight other guy got a bust lip my son scraps n bumps lasted 30 secs.</P><P>On returning to his car they followed he had some tools in his car got a tool waved it 4 times walked back to his car.</P><P>So not great at all not taking from what he's done but now might be going to prison find out in a few weeks.</P><P>On scale of crime I'd say lower end and people get off doing far worse.</P><P>Prior to this he dated girl for 12 years and helped bring up her nephew since birth and supported her he's always been kind n caring guy.</P><P>But struggled with this he knew once this happened he needed help and went out saw a drvand seeing psychologist.&nbsp;</P><P>Mentally not only for him mine is suffering also my heart is broken for him as had everything .</P><P>Yes I feel sorry for his ex also .</P><P>&nbsp;</P><P>&nbsp;</P> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:02:55 GMT pommy1964 2026-06-22T07:02:55Z https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/anxiety/my-son-might-be-going-to-prison/m-p/622800#M54738 <P>My son is in his early 30s never been in trouble with police never had fight . and struggled after him and his girlfriend split only dating 12 months they both carried on messaging she was saying wanting a break but still seeing him.</P><P>His head all over the place suffering with his mental health.</P><P>He drove to her house to speak to her once there 5 people there including new boyfriend.&nbsp;</P><P>Which ended in a fight other guy got a bust lip my son scraps n bumps lasted 30 secs.</P><P>On returning to his car they followed he had some tools in his car got a tool waved it 4 times walked back to his car.</P><P>So not great at all not taking from what he's done but now might be going to prison find out in a few weeks.</P><P>On scale of crime I'd say lower end and people get off doing far worse.</P><P>Prior to this he dated girl for 12 years and helped bring up her nephew since birth and supported her he's always been kind n caring guy.</P><P>But struggled with this he knew once this happened he needed help and went out saw a drvand seeing psychologist.&nbsp;</P><P>Mentally not only for him mine is suffering also my heart is broken for him as had everything .</P><P>Yes I feel sorry for his ex also .</P><P>&nbsp;</P><P>&nbsp;</P> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:02:55 GMT https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/anxiety/my-son-might-be-going-to-prison/m-p/622800#M54738 pommy1964 2026-06-22T07:02:55Z https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/anxiety/my-son-might-be-going-to-prison/m-p/622801#M54739 Hi Pommy1964, Thank you for sharing what’s been going on, it sounds like an incredibly stressful and emotional time for you. As a parent, holding the worry, uncertainty, and not knowing what will happen next can feel really overwhelming. It makes sense that your heart is hurting and that this is affecting your own wellbeing.<BR /> <BR /> It’s positive to hear that your son has started reaching out for support,&nbsp;that’s an important step. In the meantime, it’s just as important that you have support too. If things feel overwhelming, you’re always welcome to reach out to the Beyond Blue Support Service on 1300 22 4636.<BR /> <BR /> We’re really glad you reached out here. You’re not alone in this.<BR /> <BR /> Kind regards,<BR /> Sophie M Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:10:15 GMT https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/anxiety/my-son-might-be-going-to-prison/m-p/622801#M54739 Sophie_M 2026-06-22T07:10:15Z