Step-dad problem

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’re quite overwhelmed by things at home right now and 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. They can tell you more about how CPS could respond to your situation. If you ever need assistance calling out to CPS to make an abuse or neglect report please call is at 1-800-RUNAWAY.
Often, having a safe space to share how you’re feeling may bring a variety of solutions previously not thought of. You are not alone in this. We want you to know that we are here as support to help you through this challenging time.
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We hope to hear from you soon.
Be safe,
NRS

Hello, I’m 12 and I’ve had enough of my step-dad, ever since I was 3-5 I was taken away from my dad who I still love very very much. I was introduced to my step-dad. The first time I met him I didn’t really like him. In 2015 I was about 6 and he would always say he would hurt my dad, at that time I didn’t like him talking about hurting my dad. As I began to get older he would get more aggressive & hateful towards me. He would always accuse me of things I didn’t do, I was very sick of it and still am. It was around 2017-2018 when he would start to hit me. Ever since 2019 he’s been constantly arguing and yelling at me for the littlest things. Me and my sister would always try to avoid him as much as possible. Now he does the same things but also compares me to other kids and body shame me when I’m way more fit than him. I’ve been contemplating on running away for over 2 years now. I live next to a highway and a big woods. When I think about it, I don’t really think I can find a place to hide for too long. If I can find a way to avoid my step-dad as much as possible it would really help. If not I need to find a way to run away.

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