A 17-year-old girl accidentally drank sewer water and her mother gave her alcohol to avoid getting sick. The girl got very drunk and was left alone to take care of her younger siblings, including one who is severely mentally and physically disabled.
When the girl’s therapist was told about the incident, she reported it to CPS. The girl feels terrible for causing her mother legal trouble while her father blames her for overreacting. Do you think the girl is responsible or is she the victim in this situation ?
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Teen feels guilty for mom’s legal trouble after revealing truth to therapist
A teenager shares her story about a day that took a turn for the worse when she accidentally got drunk and was left alone to care for her younger siblings. Feeling betrayed and alone, she turned to her mom for comfort but instead got dismissed by her dad.
Seeking further support, she confided in her therapist about the incident, not realizing that it would lead to legal trouble for her mom. Now, the teenager is struggling with guilt and the possibility of being responsible for the legal damages. Is she the a-hole for telling the truth to her therapist?
Read on to find out what others have to say about this situation .
Comment section discusses mom’s dangerous misconceptions about alcohol and sickness.
NTA for revealing truth to therapist, but concern for drinking sewer water
Mandated reporter defends therapist’s actions, validates OP’s neglect and abuse.
Reporting this is more likely to help than to damage.
Therapist’s role in revealing major events and CPS involvement.
Commenters question authenticity of bizarre story about negligent mother.
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Therapists are there to help you, don’t be afraid to speak up
NTA. Despite being a child, you were put in an insane situation by your parents. Your therapist may know you’re lying about lying, but talk to CPS and tell the truth.
Curiosity about falling into a sewer sparks debate with funny replies
NTA, don’t blame yourself for their (in)actions.
Comment suggests neglectful behavior by parent, recommends medical check-up
Curious commenters question strange situation of teenage sewer fall
Taking responsibility for an adult’s actions? NTA, absurd drinking habits.
Questioning the authenticity of the story
Teen not to blame for mom’s legal trouble, but family dysfunction.
Doubts on the story’s authenticity spark discussion on alcohol tolerance.
Supportive comment section with a hint of humor
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Debate over whether or not OP was actually drunk
Skeptical comment questions the story’s consistency
Doubting the authenticity of the situation
Daughter’s trust in therapist led to mom’s legal trouble. NTA ❤️
Surfer falls into rain water basin, seeks medical advice
Honesty is the best policy, even with your therapist! ♀️
Questionable comment prompts skeptical replies and accusations of fakeness.
Parents’ neglect and abuse exposed by teen to therapist and CPS. NTA.
Curious case of a 17yo falling into a sewer
Honesty is the best policy Keep talking to your therapist
Teen reports neglectful parents to CPS, justified according to comment.
Giving alcohol to minors and neglecting them is child abuse. NTA.
Debate over whether revealing the truth to a therapist warrants CPS.
Parenting gone wrong: A teen’s brave confession leads to legal trouble
Surprised reader reacts to shocking article twist
Trust your instincts, NTA. Safety should never be compromised. ☑️
Someone’s not buying this post
Encouragement to prioritize medical treatment and NTA support
Comment section takes a humorous turn with pop culture references
This comment section is not buying the story
Confusion and doubt over falling in a sewer incident
Someone is not buying this story
Commenter suggests extreme measure in response to teen’s situation
Skeptical comment about the family’s authenticity
Commenter dismisses post as fake, calls out teen as AH.
Teen not at fault for mom’s legal trouble, NTA
Teen stands up to neglectful parents, internet cheers them on
Curious about the type of alcohol the mom made daughter drink
Teen blames mom for getting drunk and leaving siblings, YTA.
Commenter doubts authenticity of OP’s story.
Is this comment calling the article fake news?
