My mom usually just sits in bed all day watching walking dead, I'm only 13 so I can't get a job. My sister is the only one with a job in our house. My mom won't get a job, I want her to get a job because I'm starving. I don't see why she can't.. She has a car to get her to a place. Is there a way I can make her go get a job? Because we barley have any food in the house.
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Hey Vadvivon.
I'm very sorry to hear that... what you are experiencing is a form of abuse called child neglect.... It is when a caregiver or parent fails to meet the basic needs of their child ( food, health care ect...) at first I wanna ask you for how long has this been going on?? Can you confront your mom about your hunger? Maybe the first step you should do is confronting your mom about the situation.... maybe she is not fully aware of what's going on.... hopefully that moves her!! But if that doesn't help.... why don't you start out by talking to your sister about finding a solution..... how old is your sister?? And is there any trusted adult you can speak to?? Maybe an aunt or uncle or grandparent or a good friend ?? I do know that sometimes parents neglect their child due to depression or emotional issues, if that is your case, I want to reassure you to not feel guilty for seeking help from a trusted adult.... maybe it's the better for all of you to get some help.... finally if all that doesn't help you can always reach professional help.... there's lots of child services that give immediate help to kids just like you.... but always remember even if your parent fails to give you your basic needs , there are always people out there that can help !!!!