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I have been married 29 years my partner had been telling me that he has problems with sex , rejection and emotions since the start which I have tried to help and support. But last year I found out that he has been watching porn lying right beside me which led to paying for sex for more than 12 years now !!
I don’t even know who he is anymore and I can’t cope with it .
I want to run but I can’t, I want him to leave but I don’t? I hate the sight of him but I miss him . I kicked him out of our bedroom at least because the thought of him lying there made me sick. The triggers are sending me insane !! The images of detail I ask for I see all day and night. I need help but don’t know where to start please help me
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Hi Whyme - sorry to hear of your experience, this sounds traumatic. You could consider making an appointment with a gp to see if medication would be suitable to help you through this difficult time. I have had medication for sleep and to reduce adrenaline spikes before. You could also get a gp mental health plan than allows you to see a psychologist at a reduced cost. I suggest you see a trauma psychologist to help you cope. You could call a crisis line like Lifeline if you are overwhelmed.
Another thing to consider is to get legal advice from a family lawyer as to where you would stand if you decide to break up. They can also advise on things to do while separated eg. on whether it is best to stay in the home, what to do with joint accounts etc.
Down the track, when things are not so raw, you could do relationship counseling (even if it is just to establish a workable relationship post separation).
Things will become more manageable over time with the right support.
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