I ask a friend if she would mind sharing her story of struggles with rheumatoid arthritis, and other extremely painful issues. I was surprised that she did not share about her traumatic childhood, along with all of the physical issues. With her permission, I also wanted to add about the trauma because that can be one of the main causes of auto immune issues.
Sexual Abuse is the most horrific thing that can happen to an individual. And furthermore the sexual abuse of a child is unthinkable.
Karilyn told me that the abuse started when she was a little girl by her step dad. It continued on until she was in her teens. Her mother knew it was happening, but did nothing to stop it. She did not want to lose her husband! Of course, a little child internalizes their feelings about this betrayal. Most likely they will alway blame themselves. I found that to be the case when I was working as a counselor.
She described feeling like she wore a sign every time she went out.
I am so amazed at Karilyn's attitude, and her feistiness!
Here is here story .......
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