Is it healthy to suppress bad memories?!
Question: Is it healthy to suppress bad memories!?
When I was 4, my babysitter had touched me VERY inappropriately!. I dont remember much at that age, but for me to remember this, much less remember feeling offended is a sign that something was wrong!. Im 21 and i clearly remember it!.
I never told anybody about it, because at the time it happened, i saw this person as an authority figure because she was a close friend of my parents!. whenever i think about it, it hurts unbelievably, but when i dont think about it, i feel perfect!.
so, heres my question: because it still hurts to think about it in full detail, should i tell somebody!? Is this something i need to let out/deal with, or should i continue to suppress it like ive been doing all my life and keep burying the pain!? If this needs to be stated, then i will!. I just dont want to carry this the rest of my life and have problems as i get older if i can take care of it now!. any help!? thanks alot!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
I never told anybody about it, because at the time it happened, i saw this person as an authority figure because she was a close friend of my parents!. whenever i think about it, it hurts unbelievably, but when i dont think about it, i feel perfect!.
so, heres my question: because it still hurts to think about it in full detail, should i tell somebody!? Is this something i need to let out/deal with, or should i continue to suppress it like ive been doing all my life and keep burying the pain!? If this needs to be stated, then i will!. I just dont want to carry this the rest of my life and have problems as i get older if i can take care of it now!. any help!? thanks alot!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Answers:
you need to talk to a therapist or counselor about it there are some things you need to deal with i had a similar experience and tried to ignore it and it really messed up my relationships and life until i dealt with it! sorry for your experience and pain!. you will be stronger and it will really help you when you deal with it!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
I went through something similar it was also my baby sitter and i was 8
you should talk about it, after lots of talking i realized it has caused a lot of problems in my life like anorexia and anxiety and panic attacks ect!. Just having someone to talk to helps organize your thoughtsWww@Answer-Health@Com
you should talk about it, after lots of talking i realized it has caused a lot of problems in my life like anorexia and anxiety and panic attacks ect!. Just having someone to talk to helps organize your thoughtsWww@Answer-Health@Com
The pain and confusion will only get worse with age!. I am seeking counseling for my own problems currently!. Ignoring it is never the answer!.Www@Answer-Health@Com