I have just recently escaped a 14 year domestic abuse situation (I had to go overseas), prior to which I endured severe abuse from my father, and abuse from my mother and other family members. I've also had problems with stalkers, various bullies, and friends I couldn't trust. I don't know who to trust anymore and I avoid people now. I'm exhausted, physically and emotionally. This last man not only was a classic abuser, but ...