Despair in Child Sexual Abuse and Assault

[Tautoko Mai]

Despair is defined as the state of hopelessness. When a child is sexually abused, there is a strong tendency towards pessimism and negative attitude. Victims begin to feel that because of the abuse, their lives are totally changed for the worse. What they have been through is even unimaginable for many. Thus, we can say that a deep sense of despair is just a natural and instinctive reaction for anyone who has been subjected to sexual abuse. sexually assaulted hamilton

For victims, life in general is like a shattered glass. Being in a constant state of despair and hopelessness may unfortunately lead to further consequences like the cycle of abuse, re-victimization, self-abuse, and even suicidal tendencies. The mind and emotion of a victim are so fragile that they think of themselves as having no worth at all.

This cloud of hopelessness will prevent them from recovering and healing. Even though the abuse took place long time ago, there is no guarantee that it will cease to affect them as they grow older. In fact, majority of victims are inflicted with long term consequences of child sexual abuse such as post traumatic disorders, substance and alcohol abuse, and behavioral and mental problems. sexual abuse helpline

The most unfortunate thing about despair is the fact that it can lead to a high level of depression. Depression in turn may become the trigger factor for victims to harm themselves or perhaps take their own lives. Bear in mind that it is an emotion based on the idea that they no longer live a good and promising life. Thus, it becomes justifiable to end it.

In the end, it must be pointed out that although despair is something that comes naturally after experiencing child sexual abuse, it should not as well be tolerated. Victims must be able to fight it, or at least let others help them fight it. There is a good chance of eliminating the problem of negative emotions for good when there are people who are willing to help and if victims themselves find it worth to ask for it. have I been assaulted

Overall, it is important that you are kept safe and any ongoing problems avoided. Help may be sought to move away from the person causing you harm and tackle issues such as self esteem which can be affected by the events that you experience. It is appreciated that the assaults may involve domestic violence, drugs and alcohol, honour based violence and gang crimes. ptsd sexual abuse

Anxiety, depression and guilt are all normal reactions after being sexually assaulted. We all think what if...but it is important that you appreciate this is normal and these feelings do not lessen the assault that you have experienced. We should all have the right to say no!