Semper Fi brother. I hear ya. I've had to resist and not act on moments of anger. It surprises me because it's not in my nature to be quick to anger or want to punch someone in the throat. Sometimes, for me, the best action is no action. I've noticed I'm usually a little bit more on edge...
Reading this post because I've had bouts of anger which is totally out of character for me. I'm usually on edge when they happen. One particular episode, I was pretty furious but was disciplined enough NOT to act on it. (If there's anything I've learned, emotions don't have to dictate my...
That minister spoke another important truth, 'People often forget the humanity part..' After working in emergency medicine for 17 years, that is a truth I can relate to.
I've had mixed experiences. First civilian therapist out of the gate, treated me for anxiety and panic attacks, not PTSD. I've had good experience with the VA in the treatment of PTSD. I accomplished a lot of progress working with one particular VA psychologist. Unfortunately, she took a...
Kaii,
Glad to hear you have more time. I can tell you from experience, it is very possible for you to return to work. It's been three years now and I am still able to work in the emergency room. However, you must learn tools/skills to cope with the anxiety and being triggered.
Feel free to...
LOL, I just finished reading this. A friend loaned it to me and it sat there for some time before I began to read it. The first part of the book was slow and uninteresting to get through. Even from the beginning, I enjoyed the writer's wit. I enjoyed the content more so in the second and...
Welcome, Marine. Hope you find what works for you to cope better and live better. Don't give up, cuz' it is possible. There's a good deal of support and information here.
Semper Fi,
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