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Edited: 8/30/2011 1:59 PM by
Parents Are Putting Me In The Middle
I am having problems at home with stress. My father has been cheating on my Step-Mom and they are putting me in the middle of it. I am over whelmed with this. I get stress bumps all up and down my arms and stomach.
 
I have been so stressed I throw my boyfriend under the bus cause I am scared he will cheat on me. I am trying to get through this the best I can but I can't cope with it any longer and my friends don't understand. I cry a lot.
 
I am not suicidal. I don't drink or smoke. I just can't handle this crap much longer. I just need someone I can talk to and understand how I feel.
Edited: 8/30/2011 2:00 PM by
It is great that you are reaching out for support and advice.  We are sorry you are being put in the middle of your parent's relationship and having to deal with the stress it is causing your other relationships. 

Have you spoken with your father and explained to him what this is doing to you?  Is it possible he is so caught up in his own relationship drama that he is not seeing how this stress is affecting you?  Some find it easier to write a letter instead of verbally voicing it. With writing, you can make sure that you include everything and re-read to make sure before delivering. 
 
It also allows your father to read it when he has time free from distractions.  He needs to know about the stress bumps, crying and how this is affecting your relationship with your boyfriend.  He would want to know. 

In the meantime, trust your boyfriend unless he gives you a reason not to.  Ask him to be patient with you and confide with him about what is going on at home.  Keep reaching out for support.  Counselors are available 24/7 at the Boys Town National Hotline by calling 1-800-448-3000. 

Hang in there!

Kay, Counselor
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