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[GinaBug]

My name is Gina, I was raped when I was 16 as a virgin by my very first boyfriend, I'm 21 now and I'm still dealing with it like it just happened to me last week, I feel weak and ashamed that after 5 years I still can't get over this and I'm not even sure how to, I know that this is something to not be ashamed about and it's not my fault but it's so hard to think that when I've convinced myself of it for the last 5 years so I'm hoping that coming here and talking to people that understand will help me deal with it better and I can start healing and learning what good can come out of this (even though it's hard to think any good can come from this, I do believe that everything happens for a reason)

[melissa]

Welcome to AS Gina,

I'm glad you found the site. You can get better, and you are NOT alone. I know there is a lot of shame, I still struggle. But, with the support here, I am making progress. You are not weak...I have been dealing for 3 1/2 years, and still have days when it is right in my face.

Hope to see you around, take care,

Melissa

[Lindy]

Hi Gina,

Welcome to After Silence. I hope you find what you are seeking here.

[sisterinsurvival]

Yahoo, !
We love you, and are glad you've found AfterSilence!

My sexual assault was over eleven years ago. It was not a rape nor was it violent, but it still bothers me.

Take care and be strong,
Lyn

[teazle]

Hi and welcome to AS

I hope you can find what you're looking for here

take care of yourself

teazle

[dodo]

Hi and welcome to AS

best wishes

karen

[Saltywaters]

Welcome here.

Jo

[angelic]

Hi Gina, welcome to AS. You will find a lot of support and healing here. Good to have you with us,

best wishes, Paula