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is there an alternative explanation for my rape-trauma-like symptoms?

i have androphbia(fear of men) and haphephobia(fear of being touched), and anything having to do with my vagina makes me extremely uncomfortable. it's been suggested to me by psychs and friends who have been abused that maybe i was raped or molested as a child and have repressed the memories of said event. no matter how much i think about it though, or who i ask in my family, there aren't any hints that something like that happened to me, other than the aforementioned issues, and my dad being a sociopathic asshole. i've never even bit hit on, and i'm 25 years old.

i'd really like to know what messed me up so much.

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    Lv 7
    3 years ago

    Only a doctor can adequately diagnose and treat your symptoms. Make an appointment to see a therapist as soon as possible. I'm not sure who these "psychs" are, but the last thing you should do is rely on friends for a diagnosis.

  • 3 years ago

    Of course, there are other posdibilities. You could have seen a sexually violent scene on tv when you were small, heard or overheard a story that scared you when you were little, or had something totally legitimate happen that freaked you out (such as a doctor inspecting you for an infection) when you were small. Your parents could have been overprotective and unwittingly taught you that men are dangerous and NEVER let one touch you. That your dad is sociopathic also could lead you to feel men can't be trusted. Chances are people have hit on you, but you read it as danger, and maybe you give off a vibe for men to stay away because of your fears. See a therapist. You can work through this, and you don't have to be with a guy, but it's important to feel safe and be able to handle a little affection.

  • 3 years ago

    No, sounds unlikely. What sort of 'psychs' are these? Are they qualified doctors?

  • 3 years ago

    check with doctor for more info

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  • Anonymous
    3 years ago

    You can seek counseling, but do not go blaming anyone in your family for something that may never have happened. It solves nothing, and is a classic Casey Anthony move.

  • Anonymous
    3 years ago

    I don't know, maybe all women have some sort of fear of guys to some extent, and it's something that has to be broken through, you have to allow yourself to get to know a guy so you can start to trust him and feel comfortable. I assume at some point your urge to find love will overcome your fear of guys, if you're straight.

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