cross-posted from: https://thelemmy.club/post/25445395
My dad literally hits me and punishes me by starving me. However, my friend says he’s “just trying to shape me into the perfect young man” and that he “truly loves me”. This almost makes me think she’s either my dad in secret or dating my dad.
In all seriousness, what do I do? Stop talking to her? Talk to her? Be her friend despite it?
I’d say ignore your friend’s opinion, she isn’t your main concern. Talk to someone and get help. An adult, relative, friend… Or call one of the phone help lines, maybe a trustworthy teacher. I think any of that would maybe have a chance to change the situation. And seems this already starts to drag down on your relationships with other people. So you might want to do it.
So if you have someone in your life who sides with you, start with them and talk about your situation and how you feel. Otherwise… I’m not sure how legit they are, but there is https://www.childhelphotline.org/ if you’re in the USA. You could ask them what to do if you feel your upbringing is bordering on abuse.