Physical & Emotional Abuse Support Group
Abuse is a general term for the treatment of someone that causes some kind of harm (to the abused person, to the abusers themselves, or to someone else) that is unlawful or wrongful. No one deserves abuse, period. Abuse can be emotional, physical, or sexual.
my mother was emotionally abused by her father, physically and emotionally abused by her first husband, and then emotionally abuse by my father... because of these three ppl, she is more off to herself... shes supersensitive, and afraid to get hurt... so she closes herself off from me... im scared to hurt her feelings, but also i feel horrible that she does this to herself... is there anyway i can help her, anythign i can say? if i talk about her abuse she will most likely start crying... i love my mother... but its hard when shes not there for me to love... how can i get her out of her shell?
It is a medical condition.
Sometimes people need help and treatment for it.
I'm sorry you are going through this with her and that she won't let you in. It must be scary and frustrating for you watching her hurting like this and not knowing how to help.
I agree with Twirler...
Do any other family members know about all of this abuse? Is there an aunt or uncle who you can go to...who is trustworthy, and aware of the situation? If so, they may be willing to try talking to her, to give her validation and point her in the right direction of someone who can help her. It's no wonder she's 'super sensitive' with all she's endured.
I just worry for you -- that these are some major adult issues that you are trying to take on yourself. That is a lot to handle. Your concern and love will be reassuring to her, and help motivate her if she does decide to seek help. This must be so hard for you, and I'm glad you're here reaching out.
Good luck hun...keep us posted.