I cannot get my mind off of how I was abused as a child, how can I help reduce that?

You may have experienced significant trauma as a child. It is extremely difficult to work through that type of trauma alone. In your local area, try to find a therapist who specializes in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). A therapist trained in TF-CBT will help you work through that type of childhood trauma.

One way to reduce the reoccurring thoughts is by talking about them and facing them. That way you could finally put them behind you and move on.

It is important to remind yourself that what happened is not your fault. The person who abused you had something going on that prevented them from thinking clearly. In order to move on you should remind yourself that you cannot change the past but you can accept it.

If you cannot get your mind off of how you were abused as a child, you can reduce that by telling a close friend about it. If the abuse was severe and quite traumatic, consult a local mental health professional.

I'm sorry that you've had such an experience. You can get a lot of support here at 7Cups! You could also see a counsellor/therapist who you can talk to about what you're experiencing or you could talk to someone you're close to. Speaking to someone about it and how it's making you feel is the first step to healing. :)

By letting your feelings out and start sharing them with people and you will feel better overtime and those will make it much more easier to cope.

Child abuse leaves scars no matter how much a person heals. A normal life is certainly possible. When your mind wanders in the direction of the past, choose to think instead on something you’re looking forward to. Maybe you can focus on future plans for a career. Or a new friendship. Think of ways to brighten someone’s day. Think of a charity you could join. Just the physical act of smiling can release positive chemicals to your brain and thereby changing your outlook on the situation at the moment. Focusing on others when anything negative comes to mind helps you to move on with your life and create new fulfilling memories.