<human>: Can you give me a shortened version of the text?

I have been dating this guy for a couple of weeks and while he has been honest with me about some 'baggage' - I kind of feel that I am holding back on telling him something serious that could very well affect the relationship if it does develop into something long-term. 

I had a childhood peppered with abuses and while I am dealing well with this right now I know based on past experiences that it can rear it's ugly head from time to time and really floor me.  

I feel that it is something I should explain, if nothing else to give him the opportunity to back out if it's something he's not happy to deal with, but my problem is when - when do I tell him, do I wait till things look like they are getting more serious, or would it be better to tell him sooner to make it a less complicated split if that's the way he wants to go. 

Am I just overanalysing this and I should just leave it and not tell him at all until the 'right' opportunity arises (which no doubt it will when we get onto the 'so what was your family life like as a kid' sort of questions. )

I'm just after some advice and experiences from others who have been in similar experiences or anyone who has thoughts on this issue. 

Thanks!
<bot>: Due to an abusive past I feel the need to let my partner know so I'm not keeping things from him - when is the best time to do this?