Hi Jen

In the UK we have the British False Memory Society who believe that it is not
possible to repress memories of abuse. Some argue that poor therapists place
false memories in client’s minds that something happened to them that in
reality did not happen. Others argue that memories can indeed be repressed. My
research found that there is evidence of repression, more so than in cases of
false memory. My take on this is that repression does happen often. I never
suggest to a client that this or that happened but rather work with what the
client tells me. I believe that when a client shares with me that something
happened then it did. If they later change their mind then I work with that. It
is not for me to decide what is true and what is not. I believe that repression
is a valuable defence mechanism. I am sorry if my email caused you some fear. I
can assure you that I believe in repression and although this can’t be proved
scientifically in my heart I know. False memory can happen but like I said
seems to be less common than repression. It is possible that the False Memory
Societies serve to act as an umbrella for accused and convicted abusers. The
lady that I know who is DID is a friend/girlfriend. I have known her for a few
years and she is a wonderful person. Sometimes she finds that hard to accept
but I know all her personalities and respect and admire them all.

I might write to you and please feel free to write to me if you wish.

Take care.
Graham


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