I'm the daughter of a reformed alcoholic. I'm fourteen. For years my mom drank and was also suicidal, and I was the only thing stopping her from either drinking herself sick or killing herself. She depended on me for so much. I was essentially the mother, and her the daughter. And I liked it that way. I was her caregiver, and it was just fine with me, except for a bit of sadness.

About a year ago my mother stopped drinking and since then has gotten much more responsible in her duties as a mother. Most would think I'd feel like a weight was lifted from me, but instead I feel empty. Like I'm not needed anymore. I feel useless, and empty all around.

It's gotten so bad that I've been shaking quite often. I don't know what to do. Can anyone suggest something to fill the emptiness?