How do I handle a son who when provoked or (under the influence)will hit me without blinking an eye. He has punched me in the face. Shoved me to the floor. Hit me on the top of my head (skull)causing me to bleed. My wife has called the police before, but then I was the one that got arrested for leaving red marks on his wrists from trying to refrain him!! They actually walk me out of the house in handcuffs!! I was so mortified and felt betrayed!! I guess I just want to know if there are other dads out there who have or are going thru this? The emotions and hurt are so extreme. I'm 45 yrs old and can't believe this is happening to me. I guess I just need a another guy to talk to about this. This is not something you can tell your friends about, its so damn embarrassing. I'm 6' and 220lbs not a small guy to be pushed around by a 17 yr old. Thanks, Bill

-- Anonymous, March 26, 2002

Answers

I'm no Dad, but my sister used to try to attack my parents when she was doped up on crack. Luckily, those days are passed...

-- Anonymous, June 08, 2002

Contact Juvenile services about this He needs counseling and consequences for his actions.

-- Anonymous, January 04, 2003