i have a friend whos mom hits her. she says it doesn't hurt but it leaves bad bruising. i dont want her to grow up and hit her kids and im really scared for her. what should i say to her?
[ Answer this question ] Want to answer more questions in the Relationships category? Maybe give some free advice about: Families? combatbaby answered Sunday June 20 2004, 1:11 am: Well, if this friend says that these hits don't hurt, she is trying to protect her mom. That would either be because she truly loves her mom and doesn't want her to get her in trouble, or she doesn't want her mom to find out and get more angry and hit more (which is more likely). I think you should really talk to your friend about it and let her know that you're there for her. We all know that it's best to tell an adult about these things, but sometimes that's not true.. it can lead to even worse problems. So like I said, let your friend know you want to help, and make sure she knows that what her mom is doing is NOT right, no matter what her mom says or how she acts when she isn't angry.
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