On anonyminity
Before proceeding, I need to underscore one simple fact: I intend to remain anonymous.
I assert that this is my right given that I was the victim of a wide gamut of emotional abuse, ranging from bullying to sexual abuse. Contemporary legal and social thought segregates sexual abuse from other kinds of emotional crime. I disagree with that, I argue that it is part of the same continuum (indeed, that distinction has led to some facets of my depression).
Secondly, I need to protect myself from current anti-mental-health rhetoric. The perception that those who have ever sought treatment for mental illness are dangerous and need to have their freedoms restricted is all too poignant at the local, state and federal levels. And After having them trampled upon for most of my rights, I jealously guard all of my rights and I will not give up any just because others victimized me (to be clear, I am not at all violent or a threat to others).
In practical terms, my efforts at anonymity means:
* Names, places, dates and other details are being munged. I will endeavor to depict all relevant facets of events as faithfully as possible.
* Comments that speculate about my identity will be deleted.
Finally, if someone is ever asked if they are responsible for this blog, a statement of "I decline to answer" or similar would be of immense help.
I assert that this is my right given that I was the victim of a wide gamut of emotional abuse, ranging from bullying to sexual abuse. Contemporary legal and social thought segregates sexual abuse from other kinds of emotional crime. I disagree with that, I argue that it is part of the same continuum (indeed, that distinction has led to some facets of my depression).
Secondly, I need to protect myself from current anti-mental-health rhetoric. The perception that those who have ever sought treatment for mental illness are dangerous and need to have their freedoms restricted is all too poignant at the local, state and federal levels. And After having them trampled upon for most of my rights, I jealously guard all of my rights and I will not give up any just because others victimized me (to be clear, I am not at all violent or a threat to others).
In practical terms, my efforts at anonymity means:
* Names, places, dates and other details are being munged. I will endeavor to depict all relevant facets of events as faithfully as possible.
* Comments that speculate about my identity will be deleted.
Finally, if someone is ever asked if they are responsible for this blog, a statement of "I decline to answer" or similar would be of immense help.