Mindy, I used to have to brush my teeth way too much. I was obsessive over the cleanliness of my teeth. Kind of like your showering.

You are not alone either esthersvirtue. I too slept in a bra for a long time. And that was for years after the abuser was gone.

How long can someone go without a shower? And what type of problems can I expect if I don't shower soon? Besides the answer that I am going to stink.

I am so glad I started this thread. At another site I posted the exact same thing and haven't noticed any responses yet. I am so glad I thought to come here as well. I am also happy to see that people with the opposite issue as I have are also posting. It is all the same when you come right down to it.

Thank you all again
Deb