<prompt> Human: Background: My parents have been verbally and occasionally physically abusive for the last 10 years. I didnt realize the way they treated me wasnt normal until I attempted suicide and went through intensive therapy to find the root of my problems. My therapist and I believe that the best thing for me is to cut contact with them immediately.They are currently paying for my college tuition public school, around 15k a year and my housing around 1.6kmonth. I receive almost no financial aid because my parents are wealthy. I have almost no savings because they didnt let me work through high school. This summer Im beginning an internship that may last until either August or December, depending on if I want to take fall semester off. It pays 5k per month. I am also considering taking up a minimum wage weekendnight job.My question: Howwhere do I begin? Ive never filed my own taxes before. Would it be possible to declare myself financially independent to get financial aid? Should I seek out a lawyer? Thanks in advance for the help.  <response>: Cross post this to Rraisedbynarcissists and they can probably offer better advice. Theyre more adept at dealing with abusive parent situations and how to prepare yourself to go No Contact, financially included. 