2007-01-08 17:45:32 · 9 answers · asked by ? 1 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
yup. therapy. lots and lots of therapy... there's no shame in that though.
2007-01-08 17:52:00 · answer #1 · answered by Alexa K 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the other posters that have said they are still working on getting over them. My mom died when I was 4, and my dad when I was in college, so maybe this is kind of what you are referring to. So I'm kind of a hypochondriac about illness sometimes. I try not too, though! But, on the positive side, I think that experiences like that also make you stronger and more empathetic. I definitely feel like I am a much more caring mom because of my experiences. I also feel like I try not to take people for granted and I am always telling my dh to call and visit his parents!!!! When I hear people complain about having to visit their parents I always think I wish I could have that problem!
My dh had a lot of problems with his dyslexia, kids calling him stupid and lazy in school, and it has made him more empathetic also. So you can look at tragedies as making you a better person I think! (And he's had the last laugh cause now he's a lawyer!)
Edit: I just wanted to add after reading the poster after me, that I do think it is important to talk about this kind of stuff to someone, if not a therapist, a friend or family member, and not keep it bottled up inside.This probably sounds cheesy but sometimes when I see movies where parents die or whatever, I'll have a good cry and I feel better. I think it's OK to cry and talk and release some of that negative energy you might have bottled up inside. Plus, I think some of it is knowing that none of your childhood experiences were your fault and talking about it with someone can help remind you about that also.
2007-01-08 18:34:49 · answer #2 · answered by Karen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. My personality was permanently altered by the bulling and teasing that went on in elementary school. I was a really outgoing boy before 4th grade. From 4th grade on I slowly became very introverted.
2007-01-08 17:57:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really wish I could get over it, I'm almost 40. (physical & emotional abuse from age 3 on)
I keep it all to myself, the shame & depression, its like a nasty secret.
2007-01-09 23:29:54 · answer #4 · answered by nobodyuknow 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well u never really get over them!! u can get pass them, and move on to bigger and better thing. so u won't think about them as much!! but i have never gotten over mine and i don't think i ever will....
2007-01-08 17:57:39 · answer #5 · answered by Kas-O 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
still working on ,, i dont think you ever do get over them
2007-01-08 17:49:47 · answer #6 · answered by t_ibrahim 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
never have..maybe in my next life
2007-01-08 17:57:07 · answer #7 · answered by Happy Summer 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I haven't.
2007-01-08 17:52:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
therapy :)
2007-01-08 17:50:54 · answer #9 · answered by anonymous (karl) 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋