We think my mother was mentally ill. My grandmother and aunt were fine. I have a brother and a sister. I am the eldest so got the worst of it. In the end we all left home as soon as we could. My grandmother had a hard life. She was left as a young widow with three children to raise. I loved her. She was never like this. I think my aunt realized something of what was going on because she tried to protect my mother (her sister). At any rate, they are all gone now. Some scars remain and may forever. I am trying to accept myself for who I am and work with it.
Sending that hug back to you with many thanks.