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[Adam88]

hello everyone. There was a post I put up on here about the bad images that are on my head, and how they make me feel. My main concern is that I have decided to get help, and today I made an appointment with a school counsler for next Tuesday. At first I was happy, because on the appointment sheet it said that discussions were private, and nothing shall leave this room or outside the school. But on the side it said "except for rare instances involving danger to self or others". Now I am getting nervous, because the images does involve hurting others, but I refuse to act on them. Whether I establish this or not, I am scared that they will contact people that will take me away. If you want to know the issue, ask SAM, he was the one who read my problem to his farther, and suggested I get help from a counsler on campus. I appreciate that, and want to solve this problem, and not be an evil person. But now I am getting doubts because I am afraid what I say will get me into trouble, and leave outside the office. What should I do?

[NeedyTeen]

Well of what I understand you were hit?
If injuries were involved,especially on the head someone should know this.
Have you ever read "A Child Called It" by David Pelzer? If not, it's about a young boy who was abused everyday,hopefully you aren't. Anyways he never had the chance to escape although he wanted to.If you have the chance,take it.
Don't worry things are different these days.

Hopefully this is what you meant,if not I will ask SAM about your story.

[Adam88]

well actually I was never severly beaten, and was well loved. No I have not read that book, and it sounds very interesting. I think you should talk to SAM, because what I am talking about is a "sexual" thing, and no matter how many classes I take on studying the mind, and human behavior, these images will not leave me. I am trying to be a good human being with a conciounce, but its like a dark cloud that won't go away. I am thinking about cancelling the appointment by Monday to avoid the trouble of being thought of as a bad person. I want help, but not if it involves taking away the privacy so I can be taken away.

[byee]

Hi again, Adam!

Good for you for reading my response earlier and following my recommendation! You absolutely did the right thing by making that appointment! You should go and keep it, and talk openly with the counselor about all your concerns and feelings. Don't hold back, and do not worry.

The counselor is there to help you, whoever that is has the training and experience to assess your situation , determine what's best for you, and come up with a treatment plan that will make those disturbing thoughts and bad feelings go away. However, the only way they can do that, and with accuracy, is if you're completely open and honest with them.

The goal here is for you to feel better, the best way to do that, and quickly!, is to be open and honest with them, and trust that whatever the treatment option they suggest is based on their professional evaluation of what will make you feel better the fastest.

Good luck, and keep me posted!

[Adam88]

thanks again SAM, I don't mind them evaluating me, I just hope I am not put into a position where I am treated like a criminal. I guess we'll see what happens.

[Prince_of_Peace]

I don't think you will be treated like a criminal. you sound very honest and very caring person. YOu will be just fine...dont sweat it.

[byee]

thanks again SAM, I don't mind them evaluating me, I just hope I am not put into a position where I am treated like a criminal. I guess we'll see what happens.

Adam, you haven't done anything, so you cannot be treated like a criminal. For something to be criminal, you have to DO something illegal, and you haven't. As long as it stays in yuor head, you're fine, and the doctor who sees you will know this.

I'm really so pleased you're getting help, it's just great! Let me know how it goes, OK?

[Adam88]

Thank you so much for the support everyone, especially you SAM. I'll definatley let you all know how it goes. I need this demon out of my system, and I am so happy to have you all to guide me.

[byee]

Thank you so much for the support everyone, especially you SAM. I'll definatley let you all know how it goes. I need this demon out of my system, and I am so happy to have you all to guide me.


Well, yay! Adam, I'm really glad we're able to help. Being in the dark isn't so bad when you're not alone.

Good luck with that appointment, remember the person there is on your side, they're there to help, so relax and be yourself. Let us know how you made out.

Sam