Sexual Abuse Support Group
Sexual abuse is a relative cultural term used to describe sexual relations and behavior between two or more parties which are considered criminally and/or morally offensive. Different types of sexual abuse involve: Non-consensual, forced physical sexual behavior such as rape, incest or sexual assault, or psychological forms of abuse, such as verbal sexual behavior or...
Ok I keep having these dreams,well nightmares really about being raped.Iv'e never been raped but have been sexually abused.Each time I dream this I wake up upset and thinking it's real.Why am I dreaming this if its never happened to me?
Each nightmare is differnt,with a different man.He's forcefull and I don't even know him.I wake up in physical pain and very disturbed,the memory and feelings can last vividly for a week.Please help!Am I crazy?
Each nightmare is differnt,with a different man.He's forcefull and I don't even know him.I wake up in physical pain and very disturbed,the memory and feelings can last vividly for a week.Please help!Am I crazy?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
Honestly, I fought the memories, depression and everything else for years. I got into therapy 3 months ago and - while it's been HARD - just having some additional understanding of what I'm going through has been great.
I was told (actually on this board) that my memories and dreams boiled up when my mind and body felt safe enough to deal with them. At first I wasn't too sure about that ... but now I think it's true.
Maybe, on some level, your brain is like "come on, time to get this out on the table so we can address it and move on."
I wish you good luck and peace.