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How to deal with abusive mother in law
Talk to your spouse about their mother.
It's likely that your spouse already knows that their mother is difficult. However, your spouse might not realize that their mother is actually abusive.

Options are: [+] Oftentimes, they will be so angry at their mother that they try to remove their mother from their lives, using profanity, calling names, or any other measures they would. If you are dealing with an abusive mother-in-law, do not try to intervene yourself. [+] If your spouse tells you, say something like, " i've noticed that you both are very tense when you talk to your mother. I know we don't get along, but i know you like her. [+] You may want to explain that your spouse is emotionally sensitive to their mother's demands. For example, your spouse might tell you that their mother is controlling. [+] They also might not realize how seriously you feel about the situation. If you plan to address the problems with your mother-in-law, your spouse has a right to know before you take action.
They also might not realize how seriously you feel about the situation. If you plan to address the problems with your mother-in-law, your spouse has a right to know before you take action.