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Past feelings
18/f. I was molested when I was little, and every once in a while feelings from that time surface and I get very upset and depressed. It's not so often - maybe once or twice in a year, but I don't want that time to keep haunting me for the rest of my life, I want to move beyond the past. Does anyone have any advice on how I can do that?
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Your probably suffering from PTS (post traumatic syndrom). Generally its becuase your in denial about what happened, or that you think its your fault. I've come to know that when I cant get over something its because I'm in denial about it. You have to acknowledge the fact that it happened and repeat over and over its not your fault. Basically realizing what happened and acknowledging it is the first step to overcoming it. Just keep telling yourself what happened isnt your fault and even though it hurt, it was a while ago, theres nothing you can do about it & you have to move on. =/ Its hard, yes, but it has to be done
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Hey,
Omg, I totally an relate w/ you. I wasn't molested at age 8. But I was sexually assaulted at age 12. I still get a few nightmares about it. I say that, you try a therapist. Now I know that it seems kind of drastic but you can't get rid of something w/o talking about it. Therapists are there to help you, and talk you through your traumatic event. I ensure you that once your whole therapy session is over, you'll have a new outlook on life and you'll be able to move on. Hope I helped :)
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Have you spoken to anyone about what you experienced? If you haven't, it may help for you to do so. You can talk to a counselor toll-free 24/7 by calling 1-800-656-HOPE. It's completely confidential. They may be able to help you work through your feelings and refer you to more resources.
If you're not comfortable talking to someone, sit down and write a letter to the person who molested you. You don't have to send the letter, but it will often help just to get the feelings out.
I also second younggrandma's suggestion of speaking to your family doctor. They can refer you to someone who may be able to help.
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They call what you're going through during those times Post traumatic stress.
I am sure a doctor could help you through it.
There were so many web sites on the subject that I didn't choose one for you. But you may want to punch it into your search engine and find all kinds of information. :)
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This is a touchy question in order to move on you must deal with the person that did that to you, either forgive them or make sure they pay in jail time. You must do something to make yourself feel as though that wrong was somewhat righted. Next i would go as far away from that person or where it happened as you possibly can, if you have already done everything that i have mentioned than only time can heal this wound in my opinion.
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Hey,
Omg, I totally an relate w/ you. I wasn't molested at age 8. But I was sexually assaulted at age 12. I still get a few nightmares about it. I say that, you try a therapist. Now I know that it seems kind of drastic but you can't get rid of something w/o talking about it. Therapists are there to help you, and talk you through your traumatic event. I ensure you that once your whole therapy session is over, you'll have a new outlook on life and you'll be able to move on. Hope I helped :)
♥Momo
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