hi pinkpearl
ii am sure it is normal after a traumatic event. you are seeking safety and reassurance that you cannot find within yourself or your environment. your husband needs anger management counseling. protecting him only puts you in danger. talk to your friend about developing a safety plan for next time, because it will happen again. you turned to your friend because you want help, you want to be safe, you want help. welcome to psych central. you will find that we have several forums where you can post about your concerns and receive feedback from other members. you will get a lot of support here. again, welcome