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Dh being a nightmare, dd upset

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Doubtfuldaphne · 28/07/2024 09:46

Dh has been snappy and miserable for quite a long time but generally fine he just doesn’t have much patience with the dc’s. Last year on holiday he was very argumentative mainly aimed at dd and they bicker like siblings which drives me mad as he’s a grown man.
Things were going better after and this month he took her abroad while I stayed behind as I have work commitments. First few days were fine then I get to hear from dd that he’s being awful. Arguing with her then prodded her hard on the shoulder and had a go at her in public because she kept going on about wanting things from the shops apparently. He also made some comments about how he’s embarrassed of her in front of others and her there. When I told him I knew about this and I was very angry and upset, he got very angry and defensive saying it’s all made up but I know dd wouldn’t lie. She’s really upset and stuck with him until they come back in a couple of days. He’s obviously angry because his behaviour’s been exposed and he’s playing the victim. I’ve just had enough of this and dd has too, she is only 13. What should be my next move?

OP posts:
VividQuoter · 01/08/2024 13:20

you will eventually separate if you put it in motion and stay somewhere.

Doubtfuldaphne · 01/08/2024 13:53

I just heard back from the local support worker and have to say I’m pretty underwhelmed at their response, it was just ‘talk to the council’. I thought I’d have some decent support from them but there was nothing! No asking any details, nothing. I guess I’m doing this alone then!

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KeirSpoutsTwaddle · 01/08/2024 14:18

Disappointing. But yes, get organised. Keep looking for support. Make a plan.

VividQuoter · 01/08/2024 16:05

May be they don't understand the whole picture. Father bickering with his daughter, telling her off if she asks too much for things....does she ask non stop or? Does she listen to both of you?

If he is abusive, just leave. No matter what. Poverty, lack and all.

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