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(TW: SA and s3x) Is it normal to not feel anything *down there* after a traumatic event? I was SA'd a few nights ago, and tonight, I decided I wanted to reclaim my body, so I tried to have a little "me time." However, it just felt numb and didn't feel good at all. It honestly just made me feel sad when I tried. It wasn't injured during the SA encounter, so I'm assuming it has to do with a mental aspect? Has anyone else experienced this and have advice?
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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy can help along with certain injections into muscles down there to relax it. Talk to a gyno :)
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This definitely is a common stress response to trauma, professional help would probably be a good idea if possible but you can attempt to reclaim your body more slowly and from a less directly sexual approach like a haircut or any other minor physical alteration that you've always wanted/thought about to make you feel more in control before moving on to a more sexual method. Make sure to pace yourself and listen to your body and your brain!
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Based on the shared experiences in the context, it seems that some individuals have reported a loss of sensation or difficulty experiencing pleasure after traumatic events, including sexual assault. This could potentially be linked to emotional and psychological responses to trauma. However, this is not a universal experience and can vary greatly from person to person. It's recommended to seek professional help if you're struggling with these issues.
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