My parents don't like me very much?

Question

Or at least that's what it seems like. My parents are constantly getting mad at me and I'm sick of it. They treat me like an immature, naive little girl who is just being dramatic. But I'm not, I understand and my problems with them aren't childish and I wish they would see that.

I want to tell my mom to stop screaming at me over the smallest details. I want to tell my dad that I do notice that he has given up on me. I want to tell both of them that I notice the looks they give each other that say "We should have just had two kids".

I'm just not sure what to do anymore. I want them to understand but I don't know how to confront them about it.

Answer 1

I often feel that same way. when I was 14-16 was probably the worst. Things get better as you get older, but it's still tough. You should try to sit your parents down and talk to them. Don't accuse them of anything, and don't attack them. Don't say "you do this" or "You do that" just say "you make me feel like..." if you don't turn it into an attack, they will be less likely to get defensive, and more likely to actually listen to you.

good luck!

Answer 2

Thats how my parents treat me.

You just have to let them do it.

One day when your older they will give you more respect.

As long as you do what you want in life the day will come when they realize they shouldn't have treated you that way and will apoligize.

Answer 3

You sound like my daughter. She thinks I'm overly critical, I think she is overly sensitive. We don't agree on anything. I know she wants more freedom, but, its tough, being a mom, you know the freaks and weirdos that are out there, and you don't want your little one exposed to it. I know, parents can't hide them from the rest of the world forever, but, its because they love them that makes them act that way. Someday when you have kids of your own, you'll understand. As for them saying they wish they had 2 kids, that's just messed up. I only have one, and that's fine with me. Give it time, it will get better.