Comment by Laine on 25 Mar 2010 at 9:58 am

Hi Karen,

I am curious about your views on sex after being a victim of sexual abuse? Also how does a woman like yourself deal with viewing sex in movies and films? And as a now integrated multiple? Do you deal with background hang-ups? I know my question is a bit personal but needed for education purposes. I don’t expect any deep uncomfortable secrets, just basic info. I respect your ability to share and help people. I admire and respect both you and Dr. Baer. Thank you.

Laine, Paris

Dear Laine,

My views on sex? I try to not think about my past abuse. I have been married and have two grown children. I believe that keeping my mind in the present makes me less affected by what happened to me over thirty five years ago. The only hard time I have with movies is when viewing aggressive acts, such as beatings, hurtful words, and degradation. I am a woman with normal feelings and urges. I am no longer in an abusive relationship.

Thank you for admiring and respecting my healing and work with Dr. Baer. That’s very important to me.

Karen