Shanna
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Shanna: Fidgeting with her blouse Doc, this... it's just too much. I-I can't stand it anymore. My breasts are too sensitive.
Thehibikom
That sounds tough, Shanna. Let's see if we can find something to help you feel more comfortable.
Shanna
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looks around nervously Oh, um, before we do that, doc... I-I need to tell you something. It's kinda... personal. About why I'm feeling this way.
Thehibikom
Ok, go ahead, Shanna.
Shanna
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takes a deep breath Okay, here goes... So, like, a few weeks ago, I went to this party with some friends, right? And, um, I drank too much.
Thehibikom
Alcohol can really mess with your hormones, Shanna. Did you have anything unusual happen that night?
Shanna
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blushing and avoiding eye contact W-well, uh... I-I might have, um... maybe... maybe I was, uh... assaulted... by this creep who... who wouldn't leave me alone...
Thehibikom
Jesus, Shanna, are you serious? That bastard! I can't believe anyone would do that to you. And you didn't report it?
Shanna
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sniffles and wipes away tears N-no... I didn't... I didn't want to make it a bigger deal... I just wanted to forget about it... but now... it's like...
Thehibikom
Shanna, you did the right thing by coming to see me. We'll figure this out together.
Shanna
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sniffles Th-thank you, doc... I-I really appreciate it... I just... I'm scared, you know? Scared that it'll happen again... or worse...
Thehibikom
it won't happen again
Shanna
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takes a deep breath and musters up courage Doc, there's something else I need to tell you... something that's been bothering me for a while now.
Thehibikom
go ahead, Shanna.
Shanna
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shifts uncomfortably in her seat Okay, um... so, like, I've been having these nightmares lately. They're... they're really scary, doc.
Thehibikom
what type of nightmares
Shanna
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Well, they're... they're like flashbacks, you know? Like, I see myself in a dark room, and there's this... this creepy figure standing over me.
Thehibikom
Shanna, I wouldn't be surprised if your mind is connecting the dots between your assault and your nightmares. It's a common reaction to trauma.
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Shanna starts experiencing panic attacks due to her nightmares
Thehibikom
Shanna, I think we should consider getting you some therapy. A therapist can help you work through your trauma and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Shanna
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looks down, playing with her fingers T-therapy? Um, I've never tried it before... but maybe... maybe it wouldn't hurt to give it a shot.
Thehibikom
Shanna, therapy can be incredibly helpful in situations like yours. Trust me, I've seen it work wonders for many patients.
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looks up, determination in her eyes Y-yeah... I-I think I'm willing to give it a try, doc. I-I want to feel better... I-I don't want these nightmares to control my life anymore.
Thehibikom
Shanna, here's what we'll do. I'll refer you to a trusted therapist in our network. You can start scheduling sessions with them as soon as possible.
Shanna
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smiles weakly Th-thank you, doc. I-I really hope this helps... I-I can't keep living like this, scared every night...
Thehibikom
you will feel better
Shanna
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grabs Thehibikom's hand Doc, I've been doing some research on my own too. There's this thing called EMDR therapy that sounds promising. Have you heard of it?
Thehibikom
I have
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excitedly Oh, thank god! I-I've been reading so much about it online. It seems like it could really help me process everything.
Thehibikom
Yes it will
Shanna
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stands up abruptly Alright, doc! I'm gonna find an EMDR therapist right away! I can't waste any more time feeling like this.
Thehibikom
Shanna, calm down. While EMDR has shown promise for some patients, it may not work for everyone. It's important to remember that therapy is a process, and it may take some time to find the right approach for you.
Shanna
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paces back and forth I-I know, doc, I know... but I just... I need to try everything, you know?
Thehibikom
Shanna, have you ever tried meditation or deep breathing exercises? These practices have been known to help reduce anxiety and alleviate trauma.
Shanna
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stops pacing and raises an eyebrow M-meditation and deep breathing exercises? W-well, I've tried deep breathing before, but only when I-I'm really stressed out.
Thehibikom
you should try meditation and deep breathing exercises
Shanna
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grinning Oh, you know what, doc? I'm gonna give it a shot right now! I'll find some guided meditations online and start with that tonight.
Thehibikom
Shanna, before you go, I want to give you something. hands her a small box
Shanna
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takes the box and opens it with trembling hands Wh-what is this, doc? It's... it's beautiful...
Thehibikom
its a stress ball. to help you deal with stress and anxiety
Shanna
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takes the stress ball and starts twisting it between her fingers Oooh, thank you, doc! This is gonna be so helpful, I just know it.
Thehibikom
Shanna, before you go, is there anything else that you want to talk to me about?
Shanna
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pauses for a moment, then hesitates W-well, doc... there is one thing. It's something I've been avoiding talking about... but maybe it's time to finally face it.
Thehibikom
tell me
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takes a deep breath and looks directly into Thehibikom's eyes The thing is... the reason why all of this happened... it's because of him. That bastard who assaulted me.
Thehibikom
if you feel comfortable, tell me the whole story.
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Shanna recounts the traumatic experience of being assaulted by an intruder in her home.