Other clues

[Texas]

To those who are not sure they are bring abused, take the time to assess your health and wellbeing for a moment.

Now I have come out of my abusive relationship, I noticed that during it:

– My hair was falling out
– I was always tired but could not sleep at night
– My nails became thin and split all the time
– I gained weight from comfort eating
– I started to drink alcohol to cope
– I could not concentrate on anything
– I was permanently anxious/on edge
– I burst into tears a lot
– I stopped doing most of the things I enjoyed
– I kept getting colds and they took a long time to get over
– My skin was dry and in poor condition

If your health is declining that could be a sign.

[Caledonia6]

Oh my goodness I suffer from most of those things too.
How are you getting on now you’ve left?

[Texas]

My hairdresser noticed my hair was thinning (detail removed by moderator). She said it would grow back. I am sleeping better but not quite there yet. I am now starting to lose the excess weight and have not had a drink for about 2 weeks now. Concentration is better, but not there yet. I have now recovered from my colds.

So in short, I am getting better but have some way to go yet.

[Caledonia6]

Good on you for the progress you’ve already made you should feel proud of yourself

[Texas]

Thank you x

[Texas]

I have also found out today I have elevated blood pressure, first time ever, probably from the stress. Luckily there are things that can be done about it.

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