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How to live, deal with dysfunctional fam
Been dealing with Parents who are two types of narcissists, and a controlling brother. After dealing with dysfunctional family dynamics, i forgot how to feel happy anymore, i don't smile, and if i smile, it doesn't feel genuine. Feels fake, daily tasks feel like a bigger job these days. Don't feel like telling my problems, or talking to friends in general.
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Try to educate yourself and become self reliant and then you can decide the course if your life than depending in the family as an adult
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Growing up with narcissistic parents and a controlling brother has likely left you emotionally drained, making happiness feel distant and even fake. Living in a dysfunctional family forces you into survival mode, where suppressing emotions becomes second nature. Over time, this emotional exhaustion makes even simple daily tasks feel overwhelming, and withdrawing from friends feels like the only way to protect yourself.
Healing starts with small steps—not forcing happiness, but allowing yourself to feel anything without judgment. Engage in neutral activities like listening to music or journaling to reconnect with your emotions. Setting emotional boundaries with your family is key to reclaiming your sense of self. Therapy can help you process years of emotional trauma and rediscover your ability to experience joy. If you want to take online therapy sessions, connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five. I can help you work through these challenges with therapy and coping strategies.
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Hi.. you could be depressed. However will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately.
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consult online for treatment and counseling
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Should consult a psychiatrist as soon as possible.
Identify the ill effect on your mental health because of the ongoing psychosocial stressor
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Dr. L C Sunda
Psychiatrist
42 yrs exp
Delhi
Hi there,
A detailed psychiatric history is always needed to understand the real issues and the person.
What is your academic level? Your friends and social connections?
See, you not alone in this world with problems, almost everyone goes through various struggles from time to time.
Every solution may not be just medications.
Psychological interventions are also needed in your case.
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Do take the help from a mental health professional ASAP.
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Dr. Somnath Sengupta
Psychiatrist
36 yrs exp
Delhi
This kind of family circumstances may escalate to high risk situations leading to violence or self harm or may lead to long standing unhealthy coping behaviour such as drug misuse.
You need guidance from a mental health professional- Psychiatrist or a psychologist.
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Can you try to look for certain triggers that provoke them? You may try to avoid triggering them. Of the three who is relatively more reasonable? How far she or he can support you?
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Avoid arguments as far as possible.
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Ms. Sheetal Kusumbe
Counselling Psychologist
21 yrs exp
Thane
Hello,
You are unable to manage the family dynamics as it does not give you space to be yourself.
It is understandable as they are your significant relations.
As you do not like discussing your issues, you are dealing with it alone and feeling the stress around it.
However your decision to heal and grow out of these limitations is appreciable.
Counseling sessions shall be beneficial, where you can express yourself freely in a non judgemental manner and progressively manage your mental health.
Some coping mechanisms that can help:
1) Write down your feelings, so that you do not feel overwhelmed.
2) Engage in activities which engage you well and are fulfilling.
3) Connecting with nature through brisk walks, meditation, yoga shall help you feel positive emotions.
Surrounding yourself with genuine relations, good books and creating your own source of true happiness shall help smooth navigation.
You can consult for further professional guidance.
Happy Healthy Living!
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