How to tell my Mum that I've screwed up again?

[Matt20]

This might seem like a strange post but I really want some advice from other Mums about something bad I have to tell my Mum.

I am 20 and the oldest of 3 boys and have always been really close to my Mum. She has been brilliant with us especially as my Dad left years ago. I was always good at school and never been in any trouble up until I was 17 and then started getting into bother with the police. I was in court a good bit but managed to stay out of Young Offenders. After the last time I decided to move away and got a job and things were going well until about a month ago when I was out for the night and got into a fight and ended up being arrested and charged with GBH.

I was home last weekend but just couldn't tellmy Mum about this. I know she will be devastated and probably hate me for this. I am really worried about telling her and how she will react but I know I have to. Is there any easy way to tell her that I've screwed up yet again and that I am probably going to be going to prison?

I heard about this site before and know it's mainly Mums on her so just thought I'd ask for advice? Has anybody had to deal with anything like this and what would you think?

I am so sorry for putting her through this.

I told her straight when I got back this morning. Took it bad and loads of tears and made me feel so desperate but feel teh better for doing it right now. She asked me to give her time to herself and am doing that.

Well done you :)

You have taken a big step towards doing the right thing. Now keep it going. Stop drinking, really consider telling work and look into how you can make a positive contribution. Support your mum. Make sure she knows you realise what you've done. Make sure you realise what you've done, and move on.

I hope, however the court case goes, that this will end up being the moment that actually made you take your future seriously.

Wishing you and your family all the best.