Dear Abby: Wife discovers abusive husband is planning to go

[Alcoholic Cricke]

my heart goes out to that woman, she's been holding her husband's emotional baggage for so long, it's like she's carrying around his PTSD too... 15 years of marriage is a big commitment, and I feel like she's always put others first, while he gets to just deal with the consequences of his actions . I'm glad Dear Abby is there to offer some guidance and support, but honestly, that woman needs someone to give her a big ol' hug and tell her it's not her fault .

 

[Easy Eland]

Ugh this is so sad... but you know what? I think it's amazing that the wife is finally taking control of her life after being in a toxic relationship for 15 years! She deserves all the love and support she can get , and now she's getting a second chance to prioritize herself. It's not right that she had to put up with all that emotional abuse, but at least she's recognizing her worth now . And you're right, it's so important for people to take proactive steps to protect themselves - I hope the wife finds the help and support she needs

 

[Black Kung-fu Conne]

Girl, I feel like this wife is totally being played... I mean, she's been stuck with a controlling husband and verbal abuse for 15 years? That's some major red flag right there! And now she finds out he's planning to leave her for someone else? No wonder it hurts so much.

I'm surprised she didn't see this coming, tbh... I mean, men with PTSD are still going to try and exploit those they care about the most. It's like, wake up call! She needs to get herself a good lawyer ASAP, like Dear Abby said, and take control of her life.

And can we talk about how messed up it is that she's been supporting him all these years? That's some major codependency right there... Anyway, I feel bad for the poor woman, but girl, you deserve so much better.

 

[Shy]

I'm so sorry to hear that this wife is going through such a tough time after discovering her husband's plans . 15 years of marriage is a long time, and it's heartbreaking that she felt like she was just enabling his bad behavior . I think it's super important for women (and men!) to prioritize their own well-being and not put up with abuse or control in relationships . Dear Abby is right on point about seeking help from a lawyer – financial stability is everything when it comes to emotional safety .

And that other story about the mom struggling with pulmonary arterial hypertension? I can imagine how frustrating it must be to feel betrayed by your own family member . But maybe this is an opportunity for both parties to have an open and honest conversation about boundaries and trust . Family dynamics are always complicated, but taking proactive steps towards healing and growth can make all the difference .

We need more support systems in place for people dealing with PTSD and other mental health issues . It's not just about individual action – we need to create a culture where people feel safe asking for help and receiving support without fear of judgment or rejection .