Family mocking me

Dani03
Community Member

So pretty much I'm in a house with my mum and my two autistic siblings that are highly functional. Including me. It is horrible, in a sense. I attempted suicide once and am planning do it again, because there are fights in the house every night, whenever we get into an argument they use my mental illness against me and apparent lky I'm not allowed to crack the shits. So I go back into to my room and self-harm

On the other hand there is my sister, she's horrible. My mum has been "accommodating" me with my struggles, but doesn't really take the time to truly understand it. And my sister gets jealous, so she treats me horribly. So I treat you bad back too, because in the past I've tried to be nice. But it's no use. Everyday I'm reminded why I don't wanna be here, the family just further reinforcing it. I just Wanna feel comfortable. I don't know what to do because I'm trapped here, I don't have a job or a card or a license. Been working towards it but my mum won't take me for drives even though I finally got my learners. I'm afraid the next night I'll be in jail for losing myself, I should probably go homeless just to be a bit better. I hate it. I hate my sister.

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Sophie_M
Moderator
Moderator
Hi Dani03, 

Thank you for joining us on the Beyond Blue forums tonight, 

We're very sorry to hear how distressed you're at the moment. We can hear that life at home is really difficult and feels unfair. Please know you don't have to struggle with these emotions alone, there is support available that can help you through this. If you need to chat at any time, you are always welcome to get in touch with Kids Help Line. They are a confidential and anonymous, telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged 25 and under. 

Our Support Service is also trying to reach out to you via email as we are worried about you.

We hope you know that there is always help available to you, whether it's from our professional mental health counsellors Beyond Blue (available 24/7/365 on 1300 22 4636) or our friends at Lifeline (13 11 14) or the Suicide Call Back Service (1300 659 467).

Please check in and let us know how you are whenever you feel up to it.
 

smallwolf
Community Champion
Community Champion

hi and welcome to the forums.

Sorry to read how difficult a time it sounds in your house at the moment and not getting much support from your parent(s).

firstly I would say you are (or should be) allowed to show your emotions or "crack the shits" as you put it. It is sad to read your MH is being blamed. With that said, lashing out those nearest you ... ?

And I hope you won't mind me asking some questions - I don't like making assumptions. Sorry.

Because of your mental health are you getting any professional help? ie Talk Therapy.

I have a friend (mother) of 2 boys and one of which is on the autism spectrum. The child try to do things perfectly and gets frustrated when things dont work out. This can also be stressful for the parents. And tiring.

And perhaps you feel left out? I don't know and just guessing here.

can I ask what tools or strategies you have or can use to help you deal with the thoughts you get?

finally, I know that (from personal experience and I am 50) that trying to get someone to understand what you are going through can be difficult. Perhaps one time when you and mum are relaxed you can strike up a conversation about yourself. If you do get this opportunity then try if you can also speak in terms of "I" (vs "you") you might be able to work on getting what you need in terms of support.

Of course you mum might also think she is helping you before it leads into the argument.

If you want any more information on anything I mentioned, please let me know and I will answer you. I hope you will come back to tell more of your story. Listening to you.

Peace and comforting thoughts to you.

quirkywords
Community Champion
Community Champion

Dani

I can sense the pain and frustration in your words.

Sophie and small wolf have written you supportive replies.

please reach out. I can see you feel there isn’t much hope but as Sophie has written there are people concerned about you znd helplines willing to help.
Like smallwolf I am listening .