But here is what I have learned from watching my mom go black:
As a child, you cannot fix your parent's mental or physical health entirely on your own. Protect your own mental well-being by setting boundaries, practicing self-care, and leaning on support groups or other family members to share the caregiving responsibilities. Conclusion
When a mother "goes black," the foundational structure of the child’s world shifts. The caregiver becomes someone who needs care, or worse, someone who is emotionally inaccessible. This role reversal can be traumatizing.
But here is what I have learned from watching my mom go black:
As a child, you cannot fix your parent's mental or physical health entirely on your own. Protect your own mental well-being by setting boundaries, practicing self-care, and leaning on support groups or other family members to share the caregiving responsibilities. Conclusion
When a mother "goes black," the foundational structure of the child’s world shifts. The caregiver becomes someone who needs care, or worse, someone who is emotionally inaccessible. This role reversal can be traumatizing.