I keep attaching myself to "mother figures"

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Well basically, my family is a little more than disfunctional, its falling apart, and the one relationship that has fallen down the most for me is mine with my Dad, however, I am extremely close to my Mum. I've heard it's normal for girls to get attached to "Father figures" when they do not get what they need from their real fathers, but I seem to be trying to compensate for my failed relationship with my Dad by finding "Mother figures" in older women I trust - for example my English teacher, Drama coaches etc. I have grown to be kind of attached to them, I feel safe and happy whenever I am with them and whenever they hug me, all my insecurities and worries leave. I was just wondering if anyone knew what could be the reason why I am looking for a mother figure, when I have a close relationship with my mother, but not my Father? Im so confused..

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  • mtnw
    14 years ago

    maybe it's not the "figure" thing at all. what girl wouldn't appreciate a hug from a woman that they obviously admire. i think you are ok, and shouldn't worry about it.

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  • Galaxy500
    14 years ago

    I think it's just the attention factor.... especially if you're an only child.

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