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Dad in Limbo

Member since
June 2025

73 posts

Hi all,



Our 21 year old son has now gone passed 9 months since the knock.. and no further knowing what will happen.. l have decided to step away from the forum for a while.. due to how some of the posts are worded.. if people l have messaged in the past and want to stay connected l am available on DM.... over the past 9 months l have found this forum invaluable... unfortunately some of the posts lately are in my opinion becoming inappropriate and l don't feel like commenting anymore.. take care all who are truly here to get help, my heart goes out to you.. take care..

Posted Thu February 26, 2026 10:06pm
Edited Thu February 26, 2026 10:24pmReport post

Kez

Member since
January 2025

29 posts

Hi mate please contact me if you need anything

I also have a 24yr old son that has just been to court over this

we are probably going through the same thing at different stages

look after yourself

Posted Thu February 26, 2026 10:27pmReport post

Saint Jude

Member since
January 2025

48 posts

So sorry to read this but totally understand. I think I've said to you before in threads that my heart breaks for the parents of young men who have become caught up in all this. You are obviously a devoted dad and your posts are always respectful and level-headed and I imagine they have helped a lot of parents on here. It is so sad that some people are stepping back. I feel similarly and rarely post now. Look after yourself.

Posted Fri February 27, 2026 12:21amReport post

6789

Member since
May 2025

155 posts

Go well, dad in limbo, and your son.....may justice come

Posted Fri February 27, 2026 6:45amReport post

Lucy from Stop it Now!

Member since
September 2018

695 posts

Dear Dad in Limbo,

Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know how you’re feeling. We’re sorry to hear that the wording in some recent posts has affected you, and we’re saddened that it has led you to step away for now. Your wellbeing and sense of safety here matter deeply to us.

We also want to acknowledge the immense strain that nine months of uncertainty can place on a family. Navigating this period after the knock is incredibly difficult, and it’s completely understandable that certain conversations may feel overwhelming or unsettling. Your feelings are valid, and we hear the impact this has had on you.

Since you joined the Forum, you’ve been a thoughtful, supportive presence in the community, and we’re grateful for everything you’ve contributed. We also appreciate you making yourself available via DM to those you’ve connected with.

Take gentle care of yourself. Our thoughts are with you, your family, and your son as you continue through this difficult period. If you ever feel ready to rejoin or need support from the team directly, we’re here.

Kind regards,

The Forum Team

Posted Fri February 27, 2026 9:42am
Edited Fri February 27, 2026 9:42amReport post

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