Posted by Dinah on October 10, 2009, at 9:49:51
In reply to What in a diagnoses?, posted by Kyn on October 9, 2009, at 16:53:35
IMO, it *ought* to be made from personal observation and inquiry with input from others, but with a stance of scientific skepticism about anything that is reported by only one other person.
What do your counselors say about your situation? Do they understand all that is going on? My aunt had a husband similar to what you describe. He was physically as well as emotionally abusive. Part of her distress was that no one really believed her. But there are counselors specifically trained to counsel people with controlling and/or abusive spouses. Are you able to see one?
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