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It really does suck

kam.needs.help
kam.needs.help

It is not easy when I can't walk through the halls of school without flinching when someone walks past me. I also cringe when I see someone with bruises, it reminds me too much of when I was a kid. 

arfie
arfie
Welcome to the forum, Kam. Sorry for what brings you here, but glad you are here.

Yes, it really does suck. I hope sharing about it in a supportive environment helps you as much as it helps me.

Gentle support while you sort. Welcome aboard.
Community Leadermujicaptsd
mujicaptsd
Yeah, I was 11 when I was sexually assaulted, so in high school when dating and opposite sex attraction became I found myself flinching physically when walking through the halls trying to learn how to carry myself. I'm so old that back then there was a "Typing" class where we learned to type on IBM typewriters. The hallway outside that classroom's door was where people congregated to socialize the most. Entering and exiting that classroom in particular is where I would flinch and hold my breath the most. You're not alone.
lilmissy7
lilmissy7
Welcome kam,
This is a good group. Sorry all you’ve been through. I’m a person that flinches a lot too. You’re not alone
Hugs
Suicide1
Suicide1
I'm here if you need to talk
Dooo
Dooo
I am sorry this is happening to you. Your story sounds similar to my growing up. Very much so. Do you have the ability to go to therapy at all? School counseling? I know it sounds cheezy but I think a school counselor could get you in the right direction. I was afraid to do it at your age but now that I am older I would highly recommend finding someone who can mentor you through this.
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