When I was an infant, I was abused by my mother's stepfather, and as a result, ended up in a spika cast at 10 months old.

As a result of that, I live with my grandparents as neither of my parents can get custody without bringing up a court case which would get the other in prison.

Last year I had attempted suicide by slitting my wrists, but I was caught before I could, and was restrained. All this happened because I was swamped with work, I had no motivation to do anything, people were making fun of me for self-harm, and I just overall was very depressed. I had also stabbed and carved at my bedroom door, which always reminds me of the events of last year. (keep in mind this is a moderately light door which I stabbed all the way through in some spots)

HOWEVER, I have gotton much better through months of therapy (some of it was age regression therapy, but most of it was just being monitered and not being allowed around sharp objects) and Game Jolt (bc most people on here are really nice and supportive people)

Unfortunately, even with all the therapy and help here, I still struggle with PTSD from it, where it just comes back everywhere, when I zone out, when I dream, etc. It isn't super common (thank goodness), but it is still something that plauges me.

If you took the time to read this, thank you.

- Star Vale