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I am a 17 year old.. I was sexually abused.. When I was 11..at 2,3 different instances.. Once it happened that my father touched my private parts while he was sleeping consciously or no I don't know but since then I am scared when he touches me or any male person I start panicking.. It has badly affected me.. I don't know what to do.. Please help
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Hi, Hearing your story makes me feel both angry and sad. I want to commend your courage to talk about such a personal issue and seek help for your well-justified fear. It's natural in your case to project the negative image of your father onto every male member. The internalised fear from your childhood can stop you from building healthy relationships with male members. I suggest you need an outlet to talk about your fears. You also need to identify positive male role models in your life who can help break your internalised fear.
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Going for therapy might be beneficial. Please don't hesitate to consult if you feel the need to so.
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Do identify people( friends or family) you can trust to talk about your fears.
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