Could emotional abuse cause depression

Fuzzybear · Jan 17, 2020 at 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Serpentine Leaf

I struggled with this too and it only caused me to attack myself over and over again, keeping me locked in my depression for decades. The self-compassion exercises here in this link have benefited me so much and offered me a path for healing:
Self-Compassion

Best wishes and peace to you in your journey!

Good post, thanks for sharing. I too struggled with this and it caused self attacks, over and over. I am trying not to attack self so frequently. All it resulted in (achieved

) was keeping me locked in a prison of depression.

A possible path for healing is something I seek

Kind thoughts to all

Mopey · Jan 17, 2020 at 01:20 PM

I attack myself constantly for not getting enough done. I'm usually so busy attacking myself for not getting enough done that I can hardly concentrate on the job I'm currently trying to do (!!)

Serpentine Leaf · Jan 17, 2020 at 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Mopey

I attack myself constantly for not getting enough done. I'm usually so busy attacking myself for not getting enough done that I can hardly concentrate on the job I'm currently trying to do (!!)

I've been there too and know exactly how it feels. I was stuck in every aspect of my life because of my self-attack: work, school, relationships, and overall well-being. I was shell-shocked by my own self-attack, in addition to the emotional trauma inflicted on me by the toxic people in my life. I'm still not where I want to be but I know I'm on the path now, and that gives me hope.

Hugs to you, and peace for your journey!

TheMoodyDutchman · Jan 17, 2020 at 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Fuzzybear

I also think that people emotionally abuse others with the intent of causing self doubt

Hard to say. Some do, sure, others do it involuntarily or without realizing the damage they do. Regardless, it can cause a lot of problems down the road. Mental abuse can be just as bad as physical abuse, don't underestimate it. Do something with it, try to get it out of your system one way or another. May take a while, but it's better to get it out than to keep it bottled up.

Buffy01 · Jan 19, 2020 at 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Fuzzybear

Good post, thanks for sharing. I too struggled with this and it caused self attacks, over and over. I am trying not to attack self so frequently. All it resulted in (achieved

) was keeping me locked in a prison of depression.

A possible path for healing is something I seek

Kind thoughts to all

I was just trying to find out more information and help other as well. I feel depressed all the time.

Buffy01 · Jan 19, 2020 at 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Mopey

I attack myself constantly for not getting enough done. I'm usually so busy attacking myself for not getting enough done that I can hardly concentrate on the job I'm currently trying to do (!!)

I do the same thing myself

TishaBuv · Jan 19, 2020 at 11:17 AM

Pete Walker, M.A. Psychotherapy

The emotional abuser installed the inner critic in us and that’s why we beat ourselves up, IMHO. Also, I think they emotionally abuse because that’s the way to control you to do what they want.

mugwort2 · Jan 19, 2020 at 10:40 PM

I know from personal experience emotional abuse can result in depression. I was emotionally abused by my mother for years. I suffered short term ie low self esteem, and long term major depression I hope you find the support you need. Hugs

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Mopey Magnate Member Since Oct 2018 Location: California Posts: 2,025 5 1,520 hugs given	Jan 17, 2020 at 01:20 PM #22 I attack myself constantly for not getting enough done. I'm usually so busy attacking myself for not getting enough done that I can hardly concentrate on the job I'm currently trying to do (!!) __________________
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TishaBuv Legendary Member Since Dec 2014 Location: USA Posts: 10,181 (SuperPoster!) 9 1,869 hugs given	Jan 19, 2020 at 11:17 AM #27 Pete Walker, M.A. Psychotherapy The emotional abuser installed the inner critic in us and that’s why we beat ourselves up, IMHO. Also, I think they emotionally abuse because that’s the way to control you to do what they want. __________________ "And don't say it hasn't been a little slice of heaven, 'cause it hasn't!" . About Me--T
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mugwort2 Poohbah Member Since Aug 2015 Location: Philadelphia PA. Posts: 1,291 8 28 hugs given	Jan 19, 2020 at 10:40 PM #28 I know from personal experience emotional abuse can result in depression. I was emotionally abused by my mother for years. I suffered short term ie low self esteem, and long term major depression I hope you find the support you need. Hugs
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