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There's a lot of political discussion here and it's no surprise everyone has their concerns about the political climate right now. Politics inflames so much emotion to a point of outright rage and has a deep impact upon people's mental health. However. The shape of our world-wide political...

In response to PTSD and Ongoing Street Harassment... Your post discusses some failures in a government system that in turn are letting down many people in our society, whether it be where you live or anywhere else for that matter. Starting with the first part of your post, you were forced to...

In response to... How do I even ask.... It can be a difficult time for someone such as yourself to undergo the first stages of a recovery journey and although there are so many positive aspects about this new journey - there can also be a downside. That particular downside can be having to...

Workplace Challenges... The modern workplace brings many challenges because the people are now finding themselves ever more part of a structure that is constantly looking at ways to decrease costs and improve efficiency. Sadly, this now comes at a cost to the people who work hard for the...

In response to.... When Given Birth Control Sexual Predators Stop Offending.... It's a subject that strikes fear into the heart of so many people and something that's touched so many lives over the years. Unfortunately, child sexual activity seems to be growing forever more and affecting so...

It's a very sad story you've written about your mother and the if the truth be known, this is sadly happening all the time and demonstrates how many families out there are in desperate need of help. Your mother was already battling addiction when you were born and from what you have written...

It's something very privately touching many people's hearts right now. To be in your situation and feeling the way you do right now can only go on to create further feelings of 'depressed frustration' so take a step back and look at your life from different perspective. Your doctor can only...

In reply to....Strange To Feel OK.... It does seem you are struggling inside and dealing with a lot of mixed emotions when comparing your current relationship with the previous one. You question if you should feel OK (or perhaps the answer you look for is to be comfortable with yourself...

You've written a lot about this relationship so it's only fair and honest to admit that it's time to end it. In all honesty, you' re not only dealing with your own psychological issues, but your physical health as well. Unfortunately. You are now spending much time and emotional energy dealing...

Correction........ It really is up to you whether or not you want to keep seeing your friend...........xxxxxxxxx

In response to.....I think my friend sexually assaulted...... There's emotional turmoil connected to your friend, combined with insufficient therapy which can lead to jokes, playful sexual behaviour and drinking too much alcohol. It's their way of expressing inner conflict going on in their...

In response to....Dealing with shame after suicide ideation.... When you were at your lowest, dwelling upon negative thoughts such as dying and suicide will have certainly dominated. You very much wanted to die, creating a mental environment that encouraged your thoughts and feelings towards...

In reply to Kate11.....New here.....Family member murdered..... There's no words to describe how traumatic this event must have been for you and it's more than understandable as to why you experience these emotions and struggle sleeping. Your cousin was a very close friend and as she...

You're a young adult and asking some questions about what happened in your past. We find ourselves worrying and questioning whether we are 'normal' or not. Your concerns are genuine due to people your age being raised on 'screen-time' and have access to information at the push of a button...

When you were younger, these incidents had a deep and powerful impact on your life. However. As time has passed, you repressed or 'buried' the memories of those traumatic experiences. From time to time, you may find yourself experiencing - albeit vague -'snippets' of those memories. The...

Being estranged from your family will only add further to your loneliness. Living alone can be hard work and expensive. Financial help is harder to get - compared to someone with children. When you're ill/depressed.....There's no-one to take care of you.....Being alone can have benefits, yet...

Ending this relationship has left you feeling confused and guilty. Putting everything you've written to one side, it seems this was a genuine accident that can happen to us all. Your former partner has taken this very seriously and there's no chance of reconciliation. Your ex blames a...

The recent bereavement has taken a toll on you. The various negative emotions you are experiencing are only natural. There's a lot going on in your life plus the ongoing culmination of problems leading up to this. The un-resolved acknowledgement from your father relating to his sexual abuse...

It's good you are seeking therapy for your PTSD. Your knowledge of the military gives you a unique insight into how psychological problems are interpreted. For those of us outside the confines of military service there appears to be an impression that emotions need to be kept under strict...

When you first met and started out on your marriage journey, both of you were in very difficult situations. Somehow, you both managed to forge a secure relationship and make a success of the marriage. However. This came at the expense (to both of you) through each burying all those past...

The effects of a toxic relationship can reverberate for years to come. To answer your question from a non-legal perspective, let's say what you have described was a violent and forceful sexual assault. The guy is now in prison and - although it's not much consolation - it is hoped he will...

There's a lot of information within your post which suggests you are worrying very much about this girl. Admittedly, your friend is currently dealing with issues which - in turn - will mean there are times when her moods or behaviour could become erratic. Patience will be needed during those...

Throughout the course of our lives, the relationship with our parents can vary in many ways. Admittedly. The events of the past which involved your mother will have affected you emotionally and that will have cut very deep in your life. Now you are an adult finding yourself having to...

It appears that your mother has the problem in this situation. From what you have written, she seems to have only been involved in your younger years when it suited her. Your main goal in life from now on, will be to focus on your transition/reassignment treatment - as that will be an...

The good point about your friendship - which involves the four of you - is that you are a tight little group and have done everything together like a family. A friendship such as yours can go for many years unbroken. Good friendships are so precious. They can withstand the test of time...