My name is *******. I'm 17 and I hate my father.

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My father is a terrible influence on me. I already know as I'm writing this that I don't have it the worst. But I know, I KNOW, that I should've had a better life than I do now.
My dad has been controlling me for my entire life (literally) and as a try to finally get away from him for college, HE'S TRYING TO CONTROL WHAT COLLEGE I GO TO!!!!!!!!
It's honestly so unfair and I physically can't do anything to him. I CAN NEVER ARGUE WITH HIM OR ELSE I WOULD GET PHYSICALLY HURT BY HIM. Every single conversation has always been a "Yes dad" or "Okay.", unleashing my anger towards him until he can't see me. I WANTED HIM DEAD for the longest time (about 4 years now) from some sickness or something. Every time I hear my classmates talk about some party or hangout, I always feel left out all because my father never lets me. I only had fun with my high school friends when the occasion was operated by the school (dances, raves, etc.), which we BARELY HAVE. I NEVER REALLY HAD FUN IN HIGH SCHOOL, BECAUSE OF MY DAD!! Now that he's trying to LIMIT WHERE I GO TO COLLEGE??????!!!!!!!! I HATE THIS AND I NEED HELP.

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Hi there,

Thank you for writing to us here at National Runaway Safeline (NRS). We understand it takes great courage to reach out, and we appreciate you sharing a little bit about what’s going on. It sounds like you are extremely frustrated with how your father has been controlling your life. We want you to know that we are here as support to help you through this challenging time. We can best help by phone or chat as NRS is unable to respond more than twice by email or bulletin for assistance. If you would like to talk more in detail and share more about how we can help specifically, please call or chat soon. We could help you talk through some of your options in your specific circumstance.

You mentioned being harmed. We’re sorry you’re going through this. You don't deserve to be hurt in any way. If you are at risk of any danger or feeling unsafe, we encourage you to reach out to 911 or seek emergency assistance immediately. You may also be able to report any mistreatment to CPS. Child Help USA 1-800-422-4453 www.childhelp.org is an organization that helps protect minors from being harmed. It may also be a good place to explore options for staying with another family member or someone you trust as far as transferring custody.


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If you are at risk of any danger or feeling unsafe, we encourage you to reach out to 911 or seek emergency assistance immediately.

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