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Can being bullied lead to lifelong personality changes?

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Judging from your question, there is an underlying question beneath it. The question is "How long must I continue to be agonized by memories of the horrible things that were said and done to me? read more

Here is where the crux of your problem lies. Because if you are constantly reliving the horrible things that were said and done to you, you are a victim of trauma, and trauma permanently changes your personality. read more

Research in 2013 clarified what a lot of bullying victims already knew anecdotally: being bullied as a child or adolescent leaves you at higher risk of developing psychological disorders as an adult, from depression to anxiety and agoraphobia. Bullies, on the other hand, were only at risk of developing antisocial personality disorder. Good for them. read more

Long-term bullying can lead to depression and feelings that you are worthless. Some of these effects can last for a long time, even into adulthood. A person who is bullied may become an adult who finds it hard to trust others, has problems making or keeping friends and lacks in confidence or self-worth. read more

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