2quilt:

I'm so sorry you are being re-exposed to your childhood trauma via the media. I have been triggered by media and tv shows and it is not fun. I think it is because we go back to our own experiences and compare the differences.

I've learned to turn off the tv very quickly and not read the papers when there is a situation close to home. Obviously there are still times things sneak by, and before you know it you are there.

THE MOST IMPORTANT THING TO REMEMBER IS YOU SURVIVED!



Give it time it will pass but it's crap going through it. It is temporary. Each time I find it mellows out in shorter time.

This may give you an opportunity to journal about what you felt like when you were rescued or the abuse stopped for you. How did you feel when you knew it was over. Just like these girls are now experiencing. What were their immediate feelings when released? Write each of the girls a note (not to send), what would you say? That's what you would have said to yourself so many years ago.

Have compassion for yourself. This could give you some insight about you then and now.

Just a thought. My thoughts are with you. Hang in there.