Has family ever effected your mental health?

[Brem]

Has there ever been a time when your family had a serious effect on your mental health? Like maybe you had a sibling who was rude or bullied you, or you had a parent who was abusive. Or anything relating to your family. I've had a good upbringing, but have had some cousins and family who were rude to me, but I didn't let it effect my mental health too much.

But what about you? Has a family member ever caused you problems that later effected your mental health?

 

[Teri W]

I grew up with a dad that was abusive and took fun in comparing me with the other children around. He always talked about my weaknesses and never praised any of my strengths. I ended up developing complex issues growing up. I always felt not good enough and always looked down on myself. In fact, I grew up with a very weak mentality. Started developing mental strength around by early 20s.

 

[Fidelia]

I grew up with my mom who was a single mom. My dad was never present in my life. This affected my sanity. I had friends who had their fathers drop them off at school and fathers who would pay up their fees but in my case, the reverse was the case as i had to bear the name of a man who was still alive but was never there for me. This affected me badly till date.