Dear Family Advisor Archive April 2009

1. Mom is guilt-tripping poor Dad that he broke his "till death do us part" vows by putting her in a nursing and rehab center. April 27, 2009

   How do I stop Mom's guilt trips? Your mom can’t see the "bigger picture" right now because she’s angry and scared. She has every right to feel lost and betrayed, and she’s taking it out on your dad partly because he’s a safe target....  Read more

   Carol O'Dell, Caring.com contributing editor
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2. Since Mom moved in, she's been trying to take over as the "woman of the house" April 20, 2009

   A helpful article for caregivers struggling with a controlling mother. Learn how to respond when mom is trying to be the "woman of the house" because that's who she's always been....  Read more

   Carol O'Dell, Caring.com contributing editor
   
   
3. My sister says I'll regret cutting off my father, but I think I've earned the right to protect myself. April 13, 2009

   A helpful article dealing with the topic of cutting off relationships with loved ones that can be abusive, and the feelings of regret. My sister guilt trips me, saying he's old and I'll regret cutting him off....  Read more

   Carol O'Dell, Caring.com contributing editor
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4. I think my husband is using caregiving as an excuse to distance himself from our marriage. April 06, 2009

   A helpful article addressing caregiving and marriage problems. Learn how to tell how much is caregiving and how much is about your marriage? It's difficult to separate how much caregiving affects our marriages....  Read more

   Carol O'Dell, Caring.com contributing editor
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