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[Bluemoonwillow]

I was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, the therapist told me I have all signs of PTSD, he scheduled an appointment. I never showed up again. After many years of research I have to agree. I fight daily panic attacks, insecurities, fears, confusion, depression, inability to focus, jumpiness, nightmares, and oh so much more. I have ridiculed myself for "weakness" I have literally thought I was going crazy. When the doctor said PTSD I literally said ther is no way, it wasn't that bad, I will get over it, I can't change it, it is done and over. I styled on this website through tumblr, and am grateful. Somehow know there are people who understand makes me feel a little less freakish.

 

[Seasounds]

Welcome, Bluemoonwillow!

It is nice to meet you. Glad you found the forum, and realized that there are others who have walked in similar shoes, to your unique experience.

Me, for example. I was very slow to acknowledge my PTSD and my need for help. I walked out of my first individual and group sessions, after I was diagnosed. Years later, broken, and on my knees (metaphorically), I was desperate for relief from my suffering-which I tried to ignore, deny, minimize, etc. it has slowly gotten better sense then.

You have made a great step, which has taken a lot of courage. I hope that you are met with an equal amount of support, starting here.

 

[ghotiff]

Welcome :)

 

[Bluemoonwillow]

Thank you

 

[Bluemoonwillow]

Welcome, Bluemoonwillow!

It is nice to meet you. Glad you found the forum, and realized that there are o...

Thank you. I am a little nervous, it isn't something I talk about much, so joining is kind of a huge deal. I don't know where to start or am not sure even what I am doing, right now I think just hope, and understanding are a good start.

 

[Bluemoonwillow]

@ghotiff Thank you.

 

[Tinyflame]

Welcome to you @Bluemoonwillow .

 

[Bluemoonwillow]

Thank you Junebug

 

[Seasounds]

Regarding where to start, just start a new thread, when you feel inspired to talk or ask about something. :)

 

[Bluemoonwillow]

Regarding where to start, just start a new thread, when you feel inspired to talk or ask about something....

Ok. I will observe first.

 

[intothelight]

Welcome! :)

 

[Bluemoonwillow]

thank you