Hello, question asker. I'm Evan.
From what the questioner says, it seems like she thinks her mother is delusional and thinks she's being persecuted. What caused this illness? Nobody really knows what causes it. It might be genetic, physical, or psychological.
If you find that a family member has such a disease, you should seek medical treatment immediately. It's important not to ignore it, as the disease can persist and even worsen if left untreated!
The mother's actions towards the questioner because of her illness made the questioner feel uncomfortable, and even caused anger and resentment! The first thing the questioner needs to understand is that her mother is acting this way because she is ill, and she is mentally ill as people say!
But what the mother did did cause depression and harm to the questioner. I want to give the questioner a hug and a little strength, and I hope the questioner can understand her mother and let go of the harm she has caused.
Since you asked the question on this platform, I thought I'd offer you a bit of advice.
It's important to understand that the mother is sick.
Why does the questioner's mother treat her this way? Is this what she's trying to do?
It's because she's sick and mentally ill that this situation has arisen. So, the mother's way of communicating with others or treating the questioner is pathological. If a normal person doesn't understand, will it be easy for them to develop resentment?
If the questioner can understand her mother and realize she's mentally ill, it might help her feel better and let go of her emotions.
Why is it important to understand your mother? It'll help you to calm down, deal with her more calmly, and stay composed.
From a legal standpoint, a mentally ill person who commits a crime can still be forgiven. Can the questioner forgive a mentally ill mother for the harm she has done to you?
Avoid confrontation with your mother.
If your mother's behavior is inappropriate, don't confront her. If she makes you uncomfortable, you can express your feelings to her, as long as it doesn't affect communication.
If you confront your mother, it'll just make things worse and might even harm her condition and the situation.
It's best not to argue with your mother. When you're feeling intense emotions that are hurtful to you and your mother, it's best not to fight back. Just turn around and leave. You can try leaving her when the argument gets intense and go to a friend or relative's house to stay temporarily.
Ask your father to work with you to understand your mother's illness.
The questioner still lives with his mother and is unlikely to be able to escape her influence immediately. If he wants to help his mother, he can ask his father to work with him to understand her condition.
To deal with his mother's behavior, the questioner needs to understand his mother's condition with his father and work out a response with his father. If possible, the questioner should also try to persuade his father to support his mother in undergoing hospital examinations and treatments.
It's important to accept the situation as it is.
It's important to understand that it's challenging for the questioner to change his mother's behavior and thinking when she's ill. This is something he needs to accept. Even though his mother isn't seeking medical treatment, he can still influence the way he interacts with her.
It's important to understand that your mother won't change overnight. Treating illnesses takes time, and there may be setbacks along the way. In addition to actively taking treatment measures, from a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, the problem is caused by disharmony between the liver and the spleen and internal fire caused by phlegm and heat. I suggest you try food therapy to calm the mind and nourish the heart for your mother. This could include Tianma bighead carp soup, yuzhu and black seed soup, and so on. You can search Baidu for the specific amounts.
Take charge and empower yourself.
Why does the mother's behavior affect the questioner so much? Is it because the questioner lacks the strength to cope?
If the questioner is strong enough, nothing can hurt them. Does the mother's delusional behavior mean that she can't hurt the questioner?
When you're dealing with your mother's behavior, try to spend as little time with her as possible. Set boundaries for yourself and her, and if you need help, reach out to trusted friends. If your mother hurts you with her words, just tell her how you feel.
It's time to get moving!
When you're dealing with a difficult mother-in-law, it's only natural to feel negative emotions. One effective way to combat these feelings is to get active.
If you're looking to shift your mood and boost your mood, get active! Go outside, soak up some fresh air and sunshine, and get your body moving. Exercise gets your blood pumping and gives your brain a boost of oxygen, which helps relieve stress. When you exercise, your brain releases a happy chemical, and you'll feel the effects after you work out, encouraging you to use exercise to beat negative emotions.
It's a good idea to look for professional psychological support.
If you're struggling to accept your mother's behavior and don't know how to communicate with her, you might want to consider seeking professional psychological support. I'd suggest looking for a good psychological counselor or listener on a psychological platform and sharing your concerns with them. I'm confident they'll have the communication skills to help you communicate more effectively with your parents.
If there's a school counselor, the questioner can also go and talk to the teacher.
Be okay with who you are.
Do more of the things you enjoy and find your life's purpose in what you like. Accept your own state. When you're feeling down, you can do something to please yourself.
Treat yourself to something sweet and enjoy the sweetness that will make your body and mind happy. It's important to make yourself happy without harming others.
Don't let negative emotions take over your life.
I hope this helps the questioner.
Comments
I can see how challenging it must be to witness a loved one struggling with such deepseated paranoia. It's important for you to find support for yourself as well, perhaps through therapy or a support group where you can share your experiences and feelings.
It sounds like your mother is living in a very isolating and frightening world of her own. While it's difficult, try to approach her with empathy and understanding, acknowledging her fears without validating the delusions. Sometimes, just being there and listening can make a difference.
Your father's patience and compassion are admirable, but it seems like the situation requires more active intervention. Have you considered speaking with a mental health professional who can offer guidance on how to handle this delicate matter?
You've managed to carve out a healthier space for yourself during university, which is commendable. Maintaining that boundary while also trying to help your mother might be the best balance. Perhaps suggesting activities outside her routine could provide some relief and distraction from her anxieties.
Given that she distrusts medical advice, finding someone she respects and trusts to talk to her about seeking help might be effective. This person could be a family friend, a respected community member, or even a spiritual advisor if she values that.