[Ashley1231]

Ever since December of last year, my mom started ignoring me despite the fact that she claims she wishes she could spend more time with me. I brought it up to her after she finally asked me to do something with her (around February) and she denied the whole thing. So through these past few months, I have started doing my best to not talk to her or hangout with her. When I'm with her I feel like it's so fake. And I'll just get annoyed by the littlest things that she does. She ticks me off all the time and I always wish I could be anywhere but there with her. I honestly don't even feel like she's my mother anymore. I mean she's never been good at being one especially because she is bipolar, has a sleeping disorder, PTSD, and a lot of other stuff... but I guess I just haven't noticed it until recently. I sort of just want to tell her to not talk to me anymore until she can sort herself out, but that's a little harsh. Just wanted to know how you guys think I should deal with her. Thanks!

[Purple Heart]

Hi

My mum is similar to yours. She could be narcissistic? Did you ever feel loved by her or has she always been like this? There's a book called 'Toxic Parents' which is a good read and might help you. All the best.

[Leed]

Mercy!!! Your Mom has alot to deal with, what with the bi-polar, sleep disorder & PTSD. Perhaps she just doesn't realize that she's coming across that way. Dealing with all those disorders, I can see why she'd be kind of difficult to be around, but try to give her a little slack. I hope she's being treated by a therapist !!

Since the things she does irritate you, maybe she's picking up on the fact that you don't want to be there when you DO visit with her. That's hard to hide sometimes. I sure wouldn't tell her that you don't want to talk to her until she gets "straightened out." It sounds like she might need some loving support from her family. I'm sure she's just as frustrated as you are. LOL Living with mental disease can be very trying.

Best of luck and I hope things work themselves out. God bless & take care. Hugs, Lee