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When Love Feels Like a Cage: My Brother’s 10-Year Age Gap Romance

You ever watch someone you love walk straight into a situation that just feels off? That’s me, watching my little brother fall for a woman a decade older. They met through an online art community when he was just 17, and as soon as he hit 18, they made it official—even though they hadn’t met in person. She’s from Canada, we’re in Texas, and she flew down to see him. My family tried to be chill, but honestly, we were all uneasy. The age gap, her unstable job, her messy family—red flags everywhere. But the more we spoke up, the more he clung to her. Now, years later, he’s 22 and she’s 32, and he talks about marriage like it’s a done deal. She barely knows his friends, and he spends more time on calls with her than with us. How do you help someone see they might be losing themselves in a relationship? Is it love, or just a really pretty cage? 🥲 #agegaprelationship #familyconcerns #emotionalhealth #trustissues #RomanticRelationships

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Worries About My Autistic Son’s Future Care​

I’m deeply worried about who will take care of my autistic son after we’re no longer around. We’ve considered having another child to help look after him, but it doesn’t seem fair to burden a new life with such a huge responsibility right from the start. How do other families in similar situations handle this? Have you found ways to ensure your autistic child’s future care without making another child feel obligated? Looking for insights and shared experiences. #Autism #FamilyConcerns #FutureCare #ParentingChallenges #SiblingResponsibility

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Is my dad's behavior mormal?​

I’m 19, from a South Asian family, and in my final year of high school. Lately, my dad’s behavior has me worried. He’s overly obsessed with knowing who I meet and how I dress. If I dress up a bit, he gets furious, even though no one else in my family minds. He’s emotionally dependent on me, often standing by my bed while I sleep and leaving quickly if I move. He’s furious at the thought of me having a boyfriend, even slapping me once. He controls my life—shopping, activities, and even calls me to come home immediately after two hours at the library. He joins us when I’m with friends, causing friendships to break apart. Am I overreacting, or does he have issues? Please help! #FamilyConcerns #ParentalBehavior #SeekingAdvice #EmotionalDependency

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