Child Abuse Story From Annabel

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Child Abuse Story From Annabel

by Annabel
(USA )

I've been sexually, physically,and emotionally abused. Along with both of my parents neglecting me. But I'm confused why can't I feel any emotion at all. It's all like a blurry memory. I wonder if this is this normal. Because I'm really confused. I've been abused by my mom, uncle, 3 strangers and my best friend. I can't really tell u what happened to me but I wonder if this is even possible.

Darlene Barriere: author. speaker. survivor. coach

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Nov 25, 2011

Annabel:
by: Darlene Barriere - Webmaster

Abusers are experts at seeking out vulnerable children. Being abused at home makes you highly vulnerable to grooming by others looking to take further advantage of you. And it's not at all unusual to have spotty or vague memories of abuse, even no memories of abuse. The human mind can easily block out trauma to protect the person. But those blocks don't necessarily last a life-time. As we move through the various ages and stages of our lives, our memories can be triggered by even the simplest events, and thus start the flow of even more memories that can be extremely difficult to cope with. And it's not at all unusual for a person to become numb to their emotions, in essence turning them off in order to cope with the otherwise un-copeable. Consider speaking with a counsellor or therapist about what you do remember and how you're feeling. You didn't deserve to be abuse, Annabel. You certainly deserve help for the fact that you were. Thank you for sharing your story with my visitors and me.

Darlene Barriere
Webmaster: www.child-abuse-effects.com
author. speaker. survivor. coach
From Victim to Victory, a memoir

Nov 26, 2011

I relate
by: Carrie

Hi Annabel,

I just wanted to let you know that you are not alone. I was abused for my whole life by parents, and others. I lived numb as well, and as Darlene says,it is to cope. I will add, for me, it wasn't a choice to go numb, just an involuntary response to the trauma. I am 41 now and in with a good Councillor, she is teaching me how to feel step by step and how to deal with that pain so it doesn't overwhelm me. It is so hard, but worth it because as you come through those feelings, there is freedom from the pain on the other side. She has taught me that as a victim (don't like that word) of abuse, I am not even aware of what my body is doing or feeling most of the time, I am also learning how to become aware of that. Getting help is the best gift I have given myself. I am beginning to feel and as a result live and enjoy life. I am starting to feel joy, and see things from a less negative and more positive point of view! This side of things is so wonderful! It doesn't mean you will forget what happened, it just means it won't have to define you anymore. All the best

Carrie

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