Depersonalization and Dissociation are two coping mechanisms provided by the brain during abuse. This happens often with and/or as a result of sexual abuse. Since our “issues” or memories are stored in our tissues, experiencing abuse can cause us to retreat from physical touch by another person. In fact, even a pat on the back […]
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Healing Veterans one step at a time 