I’ve told my dad’s girlfriend to stay away from him for the sake of my mum

DEAR DEIDRE: I’VE been sending messages to my dad’s girlfriend telling her to stay away from him and saying I don’t think it is fair on my mum.

Dad has told Mum their marriage is over but I don’t think she will accept it while he still lives at home with us and my younger sister.

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We can’t understand how he can do this.

I know the girlfriend came out of an abusive relationship and is in need of a proper, permanent partner, not a part-time one like my dad.

I am a girl of 17 and no one listens to what I say.

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DEIDRE SAYS The adults are confused and finding it hard to sort out their own feelings so are not taking your views and feelings on board.

Tell your parents you and your sister are distressed but accept this is not anything you can sort out.

My e-leaflet Worried About Mum And Dad? Will help and you can find support through The Mix (, 0808 808 4994).

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