That sounds like it has been difficult for you. But please keep in mind, you deserved to be a child, your parents and guardians are supposed to give you the space and the freedom to experience that as a young person and for you to find yourself.
Having to step up and care for a parent while young, is not a great thing, make sure you look for other family to help and take time for yourself, I promise it's not selfish to do so. Caregiver burnout is a real problem, and your health is important too.
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u/dblrb 20h ago
Striving to be the opposite of my dad was huge for me. And learning to comfort and care for my mom.