Am I allowed to start being upset and getting help for emotional abuse 3 years after it happened?

Of course you are. Many times, we are only affected by things months and even years down the line. Psychological trauma has deep seated roots that extend through time if they are left untreated. We see this most often with children - an untreated wound causes severe ramifications later in life. For this reason, you are not only allowed, rather, you should get help for the emotional abuse you went through there years ago. NOT doing so would be a disservice to you and those that depend on you. Back to the question: you are not only allowed, but entitled.

Yes! It is normal to feel upset about emotional abuse that happened a few years ago, especially if you kept it inside for so long and it has been building up. I would definitely get help for it to be able to heal from it. You already completed the first step, which is that you were able to identify your emotions and how you are feeling, which is being upset. Reaching out to a therapist will be so beneficial and you will be able to move on from this situation. I am sorry this happened to you though, but I know you are very strong.

Absolutely, we are only human, we need support and to be gentle with our healing. When you feel comfortable talking about the things you are facing, then feel free to share with those you can confide in. Sometimes this process can take time and has alot involved in it, but It is a testament to your strength as person that you have been able to get through this, and you will strive on heal and begin to move forward. Any progress in these steps is still progress no matter how small. What I would ask in this situation, is how do you wish to move forward?

Yes dear. Self care is really important. You should do whatever things make you feel better and is better for your well being. I am so glad you are already aware about the help option and are willing to seek some. Go ahead with it I wish you best of luck. Please reach out to us experts here are for you. Do not hesitate a bit. You are finally caught up in the right direction. Don't look back at the past. Its high time for you to come towards the path of recovery. I am sure you got this. Much love.

Yes, it's completely normal, because sometimes at the moment we are so used to the abuse that we never realize what's happening and even if you may feel that it is already "too late", let me tell you that every person deserves to feel good and get help and it's never too late to ask for help. If you do, you are already taking a huge step forward in a way, to feel better and you really should be proud of yourself. I know that sometimes asking for help or finding the right therapist is not easy but once you find it, you will feel better. I hope the best for you.

It is totally allowed and normal to be upset about abuse that happened 3 years ago or even 15 years ago! This just shows that you did not process your feelings when the abuse happened and that's OK, it's allowed. Don't beat yourself up about it because abuse is traumatic and can be very destructive. Also remember, wellness is a process and so is healing so give yourself time to feel your emotions and the time it takes is totally up to you. Getting help is a good step to take and it will help you in your healing journey. All the best!

Yes of course! if it is still impacting you to the point where you still want to get help then that is perfectly valid and you should do so. Emotions don't work to a schedule and it is never too late to start working through trauma caused by emotional abuse or anything else. Sometimes, people may not feel upset at the time of it happening because they might not notice it occurring or the shock of it means you don't process those emotions properly. Your feelings about any situation is valid no matter how long it has been since it occurred.

You are allowed to get help for emotional abuse whenever you want. You have a right to feel upset about it, and you may seek help anytime, be it three days after it happened, three years, or three decades. Don't let anyone tell you that you should just "get over it," because you decide when you want to get over an event where you felt and was emotionally abused. You aren't causing a fuss, you're sticking up for yourself and letting yourself get the support you need by asking for help. If you're feeling upset about the event 3 years after it happened, it doesn't make your feelings invalid.

Absolutely, abuse is so complicated. Sometimes it starts affecting you long after the abuse. It sounds like you maybe had some time to realize how the abuse affected you. I’ve been in a similar situation. You are always allowed to have feeling and reach out for help. I’m proud of you for reaching out. You are so brave and worthy. Why do you feel you shouldn’t be getting help processing abuse? Have you reached out to any therapists? The main thing I want to say is that no one can tell you what you what you went through. I believe you.

Of course you are! Abuse of any type or severity is wrong, and you don't have to justify why you are upset for something to anyone! It happened to you, and only you are allowed to judge it for what it is. Just because it happened three years ago doesn't mean you should over it. My grandfather's brother molested me five years ago and I'm still not over it. Your problem is important, and you can always chose to get help for it. You can feel upset, you can say that it was unfair and wrong, and you can get help! None of it was your fault. No one can say you have no right to be upset. Best of luck buddy