Hey,
I am doubly grateful you found PC...you don't have to go through this alone, ED.
We care

Please listen to what my heart is saying to you right now, ok?
There is nothing lame about what you are going through, and what you have already been through.
It's a common thing to think that others have it worse.
Many of us have had some horrific experiences, but so have you...
Please, please don't compare.
The details of abuse are different but the affects are the same...low self esteem is one of the biggest.

ED, you are not complaining. You are sharing and quietly asking for caring and support.
You will get it here; we are a good group of folks.
I'm glad you are now a member of this "family." We don't take the place of one in real life, but we sure make a good and safe alternative.

Welcome.

Catherine