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What are the devastating effects of childhood sexual abuse?
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I was molested by a close family member at 7. Moved at 8, had no friends again until I was 12, after which I had 1, and did not have a relationship with my biological father, who died when I was 15. I didn t talk about the abuse til I was 22 (24now). And have had a drinking problem since I was 18, and so much more. How many and what type of illnesses should I ask about in a psychiatric evaluation? I ve heard my age and the type of abuse has very specific devastating effects on people but have never heard the specifics. What are they?
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I went through your details. The details of molestation are usually repressed by your psycho system and in future this could lead to anxiety disorder, stress disorder or even depression. But in your case, I don't see any repression because you are able to remember it. So learn to accept it and do not worry about it. Past is past and it lives only in your memories. I suggest CBT. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.