By Survivor
“I am a survivor of prolonged domestic abuse, human trafficking, and severe bullying. The domestic abuse lasted for fifteen years, primarily emotional and mental, with one year of physical abuse. I was also subjected to severe bullying from a narcissistic friend group who, while pretending to be my friends, exploited me for housing through gaslighting and manipulation. They even witnessed my physical and emotional abuse and laughed instead of helping me.
The human trafficking occurred for two months, during which I was groomed and taken to a compound. Thankfully, I was able to escape safely, and my abuser did not abandon me at the compound.
These traumatic experiences have left me with severe trust issues, debilitating panic attacks, and debilitating anxiety. I am deeply afraid of people and rarely leave the house. The depth of my trauma is difficult to comprehend, and the lack of friends, support, and understanding makes it incredibly challenging to heal and access the resources I desperately need.
Furthermore, I do not have a car, which significantly limits my ability to obtain essential items and access support services.
I also suffer from Major Depressive Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder, which further complicate my daily life and my ability to function independently.
Due to the severity of my mental health conditions stemming from these traumatic experiences, I have been unable to work for over a year. I am currently pursuing disability benefits but am facing significant challenges due to my
