[Wyn]

to enlist the help of a trained psychologist/psychaitrist (sp)??? These are the people who should be approached if indeed she has the rather serious problems you speak of. I know it can be rather expensive, but, is not this expense worth the life of your sister? Your family? You?

For myself - Just Today - I inquired with my therapist about finding someone who is well trained in dealing with Post Traumatic Stess Disorder (PTSD).

Just Yesterday, I had a very, Very serious breakdown... while attending a Very Large professional symposium for the industry I'm employed in... my company had a booth there, and a bunch of us took a company charterd bus into the city to check out this event.

I almost 'lost it' right in the middle of this event. Had to Very Quickly leave... literally Ran to the train station, and got the first train back home. As soon as I sat down, I curled up in a ball, and ended up hyperventilating, just to keep myself from bawling/breaking down - for about 10 minutes. Was able to sorta calm myself enough to at least sit up. But, I was still 'not completely right" this morning.

I have been reluctant to seeking this help - I do NOT like to deal with doctors, after what was done to me. But, I'm afraid that it's come to the point I HAVE to do something. While I will Not agree to any psychotropic drugs, I do have to at least make an effort to seek out the professional help I so obviously need in dealing with the brutal machinations of the so-called 'caregivers' that 'took care of me'.

Thats about all I can put forth at the moment. I've got far too much on my plate to deal with, but as I've offered before... my heart goes out to both you, and your sister.

Peace