so i’m a 14 year old girl and i am homeschooled to help look after my siblings because i have 6 of them, my mum is in jail and my dad isn’t around a lot and i’m really tired and i always feel like i’m not good enough because i feel like i prioritise my schoolwork sometimes over my siblings, so all i’m looking for is just some support so i don’t feel as bad about myself
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You should not have to be taking care of siblings to the point that it interferes with schooling. You should not be taking the role of a parent, even if it didn’t interfere with your schooling. Can you talk to your dad about this? Is there another adult you can talk to?
If your Dad is gone for days you could contact CPS. That could create a lot of chaos, it may be for the best, but it could be hard.
Were you pulled out of school to care for your siblings or have you always been homeschooled? Why isn’t your stepmom caring for your siblings?
You need to call children’s services. You can also tell a teacher or doctor as they’re all mandated reporters and they will contact children’s services. Your father is neglecting all of you