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In reply to the discussion: A lack of understanding and kindness. I had described here the toxicity in my home. I last talked to my my mother on [View all]raging moderate
(4,507 posts)3. We here are all with you and your husband in spirit.
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Incidentally, my husband also has malignant prostate cancer. He has had it for many months. So far, not much change, although the doctor says he is too old for the usual treatments, at age 81. There are treatments for this, especially for men who are not quite that old. Also, maybe you could ask around and find the best treatments available. Hang in there, even though your family has emotional problems that prevent them from responding appropriately. I also speak from experience here. Since you can see these problems, you must have huge inner strength that will help you stand all this and show your husband the sympathy and help he needs. You can do it! Just do your best.
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A lack of understanding and kindness. I had described here the toxicity in my home. I last talked to my my mother on [View all]
debm55
May 2024
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XanaDUer2. I would even put them in the malignant narcisstic grouping. But it is what it always was and is. My heart
debm55
May 2024
#4
I am so sorry. Please stay away from them. They have absolutely nothing to offer you but pain and selfishness.
MLAA
May 2024
#21
Now you folks have me crying for the love and support you have shown me. Thank you. I have therapist and a phycologist,
debm55
May 2024
#11
I am so sorry to hear about this brutal treatment of you and yours at the hands of your M and sister.
SWBTATTReg
May 2024
#10
Thank you RainCaster, and I agree. I will go back to no contact. Her closing words were " you call me if something
debm55
May 2024
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