Dear Abby: I can’t forgive my mom for taking back my abusive father
After escaping an abusive father, a 26-year-old is devastated to discover her mother is dating him again.
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Dear Abby Lifestyle Dear Abby: I can’t forgive my mom for taking back my abusive father By Dear Abby Published June 27, 2026, 3:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google DEAR ABBY: I am estranged from my father and have been since I was 12. (I’m currently 26.) He was emotionally, psychologically and physically abusive to me, and cutting ties with him has been good for my well-being. My mom recently revealed to me that she has reconnected with him and they are dating again. This is infuriating, and I have been vocal about my disapproval of their relationship. She is convinced I am making the problem much bigger than it has to be, says it shouldn’t affect me and assures me I won’t have to see him.
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