I first noticed my teenager was having "mental health" issues around 13-14 years old, more specifically anger management, speaking to me in a derogatory manner and not helping around the house (also property damage). I tried to get help through the school and counselling but as usual no one could see a problem and it progressively got worse and communication between us broke down. It escalated to physical violence and my son temporarily moved out. I maintained contact and we have been slowly building a better relationship and better communication. My son also has type 1 diabetes and that can also contribute to moodiness. My partner committed suicide last Christmas and I was cleaning out the shed where he passed away and my son decided to yell at me and tell me that I should hang myself where my partner died! Then went inside and woke up the baby by yelling. I love my son, I have been doing a lot for him, I support him and do so much more than a parent would usually do for an 18 year old. It actually broke my heart that he could say something so callous and although we have endured a lot as a family I don't understand why he has so much resent directed at me? I don't know what to do? But I cannot accept this behaviour because I raised him to be better than this. Any suggestions?? I don't want to give up on him, I'm sure we can eventually work this out. ... View more