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I was in a deep depression a few weeks ago and had myself convinced that I was a burden, not worthy of love and no one would miss me. For me, my faith drew me out. I know not everyone shares my thoughts or views and I respect that. Please know your feelings and fears are valid but we all make...

Red tape sucks! They never see the humn being, only a number. Rant away, sometimes a good roar helps!

I greaty appreciate your responses and suggestions. Thank you everyone!

Thank you for sharing your thoughts @Matilda . I have never thought of it this way but really appreciate your view, being my abuser was an uncle I really cared about and had some great memories with too. I hope this revelation brings you some comfort. :)

I know the panic is overwhelming, as if breathing is the only thing you can do at the moment. Take baby steps and don't beat yourself up about not being able to cope or function as you think you should do. Be gentle with yourself, you are healing from a very deep wound and it will take a toll...

Thank you @Santa_Laurie It must take a lot of courage to deal with such things after so long... :)

I gladly accept your hugs @Santa_Laurie and thank you. I wonder, how would I go about it? Does it need to come from a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist? Most of the therapists I have met with were victim advocates or family counselors. I have been suffering from migraines lately, very...

Hello there. I stumbled upon this website and was greatly moved to join. I have never been diagnosed with PTSD but have been suffering the results of violence in my younger years. I was sexually abused as a child by a family member and was then raped while in college. I have been in and out of...

Dear Julia, First of all, none of this is your fault. Please remember this, especially when you have people in your life that are ignorant and insensitive. I am so sorry you have not received support and empathy from your parents that you deserve. Therapy right now is so important for your...

I would tell myself you are enough, just as you are. It's not your responsibility to fix your family or make everyone happy by trying to be perfect. It will get better in the future and your emotional scars will be badges of courage.

Its as if we are in a special club @mephoto , one no one ever wants to be a member of by choice but it's nice to know you are not alone. I too transferred schools and moved a thousand miles away. I was very angry at the time but decided if I kept that hate, he continued to take pieces of me...

I think it's your call based on your comfort. I know after I was raped, it was very difficult for me to let my guard down and enjoy intimacy, even though I craved it. To say I have trust issues is a huge understatement and letting go of control is extremely difficult for me. I am still working...

I was raped 20 years ago, while I was in college by an acquaintance. I had been drinking, invited him to my room but not for sex. The next night I stayed up all night, begging God to take me home. I felt as if I died, no man would ever want me and life was over. The victim" advocate" I met...