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In Need Of Help Dealing With Husband's Ptsd.

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adeline

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My husband has recently been diagnosed with PTSD. Needless to say our life has been difficult well before the diagnosis came. In fact for me it was a relief, but for him that's another story. I need help dealing with this. It is difficult for me and our children. The roller coaster is exhausting not only emotionally but physically. What can I do??
 
Go buy the Dead Link Removed... absolute essential for any spouse and family with newly diagnosed PTSD. $10 or something like that... golden. It is an all-in-one partner and family solution to dealing with someone with PTSD.
 
Thank you I appreciate it. I will look into that book immediately. Are there many people on here dealing with PTSD indirectly because of their relationship?? or others with combat PTSD??
 
Hundreds of spouses here... they will respond soon enough, and thousands of sufferers.

If you look at the link below this post, in my signature, you will also see a combat forum which also has combat spouses specifically, with veterans... for discussions. Most carers are here though.
 
You will also want to read the articles about PTSD in the home page and also the ones for carers/supporters too. They will give you lots of useful tips about PTSD and how to deal with a partner with PTSD.

Jawn
 
Are there many people on here dealing with PTSD indirectly because of their relationship?? or others with combat PTSD??

Welcome Adeline from one Supporter (wife of a PTSD Sufferer) to another. While PTSD is a rollercoaster ride it can and does become better... it takes time with both of you wanting to head in the same direction; back to having a good family environment.

While waiting for your book, I would suggest you read the sticky threads (ones pinned to the top) of each section of the Supporters section. You will find there that no only are you not alone but you will begin to feel that someone understands what you are going through.

Good on you for taking the initiative to join the forum.
 
Hey Adeline - welcome to the forum.

Whilst the diagnosis is a bit scary, at least you now all know what you are dealing with. PTSD can and does get better (though not cured), with a lot of hard work and the right support and help. I'm a PTSD sufferer, but there are a lot of members here who support another with PTSD. Joining the forum is a smart move to help you understand what you are dealing with. Remember to take good care of yourself. Only if you are fit and well can you support your husband and children through this. Be sure to schedule some 'me' time and ensure that you have some support too.

All the best
CB
 
Hi Adaline

Welcome to the forum, from another supporter.

It is tough going, but as others have already said you can, with a lot of hard work and determination form both of you, get past the tough beginnings of PTSD. It does take time and there are no quick fixes, so taking good care of yourself is essential.

Come and join us in the carers section, where you will find loads of tips to try and slow this roller coaster down.

Make sure you find time for you and your kids away from all that goes on, as well as doing your own thing away from it all too. Even if it is just for a few hours at a time, it will help you to keep going.

Take care.

Amethist
 
Hi Adaline, and welcome.

You have already taken the first very important step to understanding PTSD and that was joining this forum.
There is so much information here, as well as book recommendations, that help the carer as well as the sufferer.

Perhaps your husband would also find it helpful to gather some information about his condition.

It might also help to explain things to the kids so they don't think they did something to make dad angry.
 
Hi Adaline.
Welcome to the forum. This place is amazing.
I'd suggest starting a diary in the supporters section. It's a great way get things of your chest, vent, or just sort things out. It's helped me a lot.
Best wishes. :)
 
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