So, when I was replying to tigergirl's therapist disclosure thread, it occurred to me that my t has let on that he came from a dysfunctional, maybe abusive family, though I haven't asked him for details. I wonder if his history makes my relationship with my mother seem good in comparison, and if that's what has kept him from empathizing with me. Also maybe being male makes it harder for him to understand mother-daughter dynamics. IDK, that's a vague idea I had but I don't really understand how mother-son relationships are different. I wonder if I should ask him more about his family history. I feel sad for him now if I'm right about it.