can a person have a healthy relationship after having been sexually abused i know its been hard for me to forget
2006-09-17 06:30:28 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
indeed you can, though it may be hard. i think you should be open about the abuse you suffered with your partner and hopefully they are understanding of the situation.
i have neevr experienced that kind of abuse but i have been through similar situations with physical and mental abuse. i know its hard and i wish you best of luck in your future...
2006-09-17 06:34:42 · answer #1 · answered by amythys 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know what you are going through. I was also sexually abused. It was rough for me for awhile. I knew I needed to do something about it. One thing is remember it takes time. You will never forget what had happened but slowly but surely time will heal your wounds. Also, I went to a support group. There are a lot of women and believe it or not men who have been sexually abused. See if you can find a support group in your area. If you need someone ta talk to e mail me and I will try to help. Good luck and God bless you!
2006-09-17 06:54:58 · answer #2 · answered by kim_in_craig 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In terms of "normal", I don't think there is such a thing. It's about finding what is "normal" for you. However, Yes! Yes! Yes! You can be happy and begin to enjoy life after sexual abuse.
It won't be easy, but it is possible. The solution is different for different people. Some use therapy, others support groups, for many it's spiritual renewal. The latter is the only thing that has began to help me overcome my past, and it was a very traumatic one that's for sure. No human, regardless of their experience or professional degree, could have helped me find peace. I needed a higher power to intercede. There is hope, stay strong.
2006-09-17 08:43:06 · answer #3 · answered by Nola 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's hard , but it's possibe.. I know a lot of pople that have been sexually abused, but very few have actually been able to live a normal life... I believe in order to move on with your life, you would have to make peace with it some how... It makes no sense, but thats the only way you'll be able to get over it, and live a normal life... Women who've been avused have trust issues w/ men.. One would have to realize that not all men are like that... It's hard, but it's possible... I haven't been abused sexually, but I have close friends and relatives that have been. And those who haven't gotten over it, don't have healthy relationships...
2006-09-17 06:37:15 · answer #4 · answered by qbanita0113 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is possible, after a fashion. First you need to get therepy. find a therespist you trust. then realize and admit how much of your behavior, emotions, etc . . . stem from this experience. maybe you can do something constructive with what youve experienced, such as volunteer at a rape crisis center. the big thing, of course is to realize that what happened is not your fault and that you were the victim of a very sick person. all men arent like this. once you realize those last 2 things, you can try to be in a good relationship, because u will understand that u r worthy of one, and u will be able to choose someone who is worthy of you!
2006-09-17 18:24:29 · answer #5 · answered by krisr22 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will when you've dealt with the abuse. Surviors of sexual abuse just have a harder battle in life. We have to learn what was stolen from us. Forgiveness, trust, unconditional love, especially if those were not given in the beginning. It's a process and not impossible, nor is it easy. Your spirit has been violated but God didn't do it..he provides us with freewill and people violate people..letting go will free you in all areas of your life. It takes time of love of self.
2006-09-17 21:43:46 · answer #6 · answered by tamara.knsley@sbcglobal.net 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes as a survivor of sexual abuse, i can honestly say yes. It won't be easy, but anything worth haveing isn't easy. Just remember your partner isn't the one who hurt you, and if you can share with your partner what happened even better. I act weird with my family on rainy day's and they all know why and give me my space. I am 33 and it still linger's but, the past is in the past and can you say SURVIVOUR???? Good luck
2006-09-17 08:03:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can have a healthy relationship it might be hard to get over it and you might not completely get over it some people try therapy i am victim of sexual abuse and i know what you are going through it i never went to therapy simply because it wasnt for me i went to therapy a couple of times but it wasnt for me my little boy who is 2 helped me get over it i sort of never thought about it much now that i have him in my life but i would suggest for you to try therapy it might help you and try writing your feelings down in a diary that might work to good luck
2006-09-17 10:32:54 · answer #8 · answered by luvlifeshell 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes but it takes time, you have suffered a traumatic experience and just like a car crash or a death of a family member. time does heal but you never forget,
seek some help from a proffesional and it will help you lots,
good luck
2006-09-17 06:35:06 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-09-17 07:11:29 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋