A 16-year-old girl with epilepsy is caught in a difficult situation when her future stepdad freaks out over her taking her medication in front of his young children. Despite her mother's lack of support, she stands up for herself and refuses to apologize. But who's really in the wrong here? Read on to find out the details of this contentious family conflict.
Teen with epilepsy takes medication in front of future stepsiblings. Stepdad freaks out.
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Teen with epilepsy faces stigma from stepdad over medication 💊
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Living with epilepsy can be challenging and taking medication for seizures is a part of daily life for those who suffer from it. However, not everyone understands the condition and the need for medication. In this post, a 16-year-old girl with epilepsy shares her experience of being berated by her mom's boyfriend for taking her medication in front of his young children. The stepdad believes that his kids should not be exposed to such 'sights' and that the girl should have been more considerate. The argument escalates, and the girl is left wondering if she is in the wrong. This post highlights the importance of educating people about medical conditions and the need to be understanding and supportive. In the next section, we will see what others have to say about this situation and how they would handle it.
NTA. Concerned commenters urge OP to talk to dad and report abuse.
Hemenucha | Hemenucha
Taking medication for a medical condition is not recreational. NTA 👍
treatyourselftocats | treatyourselftocats
Stepdad's behavior is unacceptable. Talk to your doctor and father.
AffectionateEscape13 | AffectionateEscape13
Teaching children about epilepsy and medication is important. Normalize it! ✨
Inallea | Inallea
Normalizing medication use for medical conditions is important. #EndMedicationStigma 💊
Kris82868 | Kris82868
Commenter calls out adults' behavior in epilepsy medication dispute. 💊
toofat2serve | toofat2serve
Taking medication vs. risking a seizure? NTA made the right choice 💊
FiSouthpaw | FiSouthpaw
Breaking the taboo: Teaching kids to be comfortable with medication 💊
waapple | waapple
Stepdad opposes epileptic medication. Commenters call for caution. ⚠️
alexemalexem | alexemalexem
Don't hide your medication! 💊 NTA for standing up for yourself.
PommieGirl | PommieGirl
Taking medication > having a seizure 🙏🏼
OoohItsAMystery | OoohItsAMystery
Taking necessary medication triggers stepdad's toxic behavior. #NTA 💊
theinfernumflame | theinfernumflame
Breaking the stigma of medication and disabilities for kids 👦👧
KaliTheBlaze | KaliTheBlaze
Safety first! Speak up and seek help from trusted adults. ✅
Unusual_Ad2154 | Unusual_Ad2154
Protect yourself from a controlling stepdad. Keep your medication hidden.
_Jerkus | _Jerkus
Standing up against ableism and ignorance. NTA 🙌
Aitafan92 | Aitafan92
Taking medication for epilepsy is not a shameful act 💊 #NTA
ShinigamiLuvApples | ShinigamiLuvApples
Stepdad thinks medication is drug abuse. NTA needs help.
Otherwise-Topic-1791 | Otherwise-Topic-1791
Teen with epilepsy faces unsupportive stepdad's ignorance and drug stigma 👌
ScrevyRevington | ScrevyRevington
Don't stay silent! Speak up against abusive behavior! 🚨
storm5176 | storm5176
Skepticism and personal experiences shared in the comments 🤔
mdthomas | mdthomas
Taking medication is a life lesson 🙌 #NTA
ColdstreamCapple | ColdstreamCapple
Taking medication is better than having a seizure 💯 NTA
coxa8c | coxa8c
Taking critical medication for epilepsy is not something to shame. 💊
Syrasha_ | Syrasha_
Speak up to prevent potential abuse 👊
Slach31 | Slach31
Teaching kids about safe medication use is important. 💯
Official_loli | Official_loli
Supportive commenters defend teen medicating in front of stepfamily 💊
ilovekittenssss | ilovekittenssss
Future stepdad shames teen for taking epilepsy meds. NTA.
greentiger79 | greentiger79
Prioritizing health over stigma - NTA wins the day 🙌
shanna811 | shanna811
Stepdad's discomfort with medication is unreasonable. NTA for standing up.
classicemo | classicemo
Concerns raised for teen's safety and medication access 👀
GarlicButterGarnet | GarlicButterGarnet
Stepdad's control issues causing family tension, NTA suggests moving out.
Kelski94 | Kelski94
Tense family dynamic revealed in comment section 😱
BetterDayz13 | BetterDayz13
Compassionate comment sharing personal experience and offering advice. 🙌
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Supportive comment encourages OP to prioritize safety and seek help 🙏
11arwen | 11arwen
Mom's boyfriend oversteps boundaries with stepchild's medication. Support system needed. 🙏
gabc75 | gabc75
Stepdad's ignorance about epilepsy causes unnecessary stress on teen. 🧐
majesticjules | majesticjules
Taking medication at home triggers stepdad's inappropriate response. NTA.
SenpaiRanjid | SenpaiRanjid
Educating kids about medication is important 🩹❤️
cassiaclay | cassiaclay
Stepdad shames teen for taking life-saving meds. NTA seeks advice.
TinaMonday | TinaMonday
Toxic stepdad. Supportive commenters suggest moving out or faking seizure 💊
drbarnowl | drbarnowl
Taking medication for a medical condition is nothing to be ashamed of 💊
101bees | 101bees
Being considerate and open about medical condition is important. ❤
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Stepdad overreacts to epilepsy medication, commenters support OP (NTA) 🙌
ShadowKraftwerk | ShadowKraftwerk
Concerned commenter questions safety with stepdad and medication 💊
Silverbird22 | Silverbird22
Stepdad refuses to understand teen's medical condition, jeopardizes health. NTA
Substantial_Mud9230 | Substantial_Mud9230
Heartbreaking situation🥺. Mother prioritizes boyfriend over son's health. NTA.
cmlobue | cmlobue
Stepdad overreacts to medication, commenters suggest CPS intervention 🤔
missandryah | missandryah
Speak up and clear the air! 🗣️
Pristine-Payment | Pristine-Payment
Standing up to stepdad's ignorance about epilepsy medication 💪
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Taking medication for a serious condition ≠ using drugs 💊
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