I think one thing I focus on when I am feeling the adverse affects of acknowledging what happened to me in childhood is to remind myself that the present moment is all that really matters. I just try and do ANYTHNG that helps me appreciate where I am now. When I do this it helps me connect to the fact that I am so much more than just some abused child.

Confused One also remember that you CAN handle this crap, you have for the past 40 yrs. You life is not over, as long as you can draw a breath you can experience healing.

(((ConfusedOne))) Maybe the reason why these memories came back to you now is because your mind and body are telling you....you are ready and able to work through this pain and heal.