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driving your truck might have the opposite effect; it might calm your anxiety and help you regain some confidence in driving. I was in a bad accident, an ambulance accident in 1989. I was off work for almost seven months, so I was afraid to get into an ambulance, but when I did it quieted my...

Can you learn to trust again? That is a good question, and I think, for me, the answer is no. I can reach a certain point of trust, but I cannot get completely comfortable with another person for absolute trust. Here is an analogy: I enjoy cooking and really enjoy doing prep work with my chef's...

Schools are all about stopping things like this on paper, but in reality they sweep it under the rug

This is a good question and I am coming to the conclusion that you can no more explain what PTSD is to someone who does not have it, than a bird can explain to a frog what it is like to fly.

you are right, and 'God knows that I wish my trauma were from either of them instead of other humans.

If if wasn't for awful people this site would not be needed. you are right I think humans for supposedly being the most intelligent life form, can act really evil and stupid.

Everyone on this site is dealing with some kind of trauma, and we are all here seeking answers to questions, or other people who get us. I am asking that all keep this in mind, and keep your comments to one another civil, constructive and respectful. Thank you.

You need to talk with a trauma therapist. The sooner you look for help, the easier it will be to deal with the issues. Sometimes, regardless of how strong we are, we all need help, and it is nothing to be ashamed of.

Helping others.

I don't know about Australia, but the founding fathers of the US put the second amendment into our constitution so that we can protect ourselves against the tyranny of government. Our present government is a very good indication that the second amendment is needed.

I think most of us suffer from negative thoughts, or negative feelings about ourselves. It is good that you recognize it is happening. A thing to remember about PTSD; it is a liar. It will lie to you and tell you things about yourself that just aren't true, So when you hear these thoughts...

@jasmineaila I am truly sorry for what you have been through. I wish there was some kind of justice for you, and I truly wish there was an easy answer for you, but the road to recovery is not easy, but it is doable. The one thing I have learned is there is no returning to normal. However that...

Drugs are very difficult and the cycle of addiction is very hard to break.

She was victimized and had her innocence taken from her. She is not at fault. It is OK to show her compassion and love for what was stolen from her

You also need to find a way to let that little girl know that you love her

Sounds like your treasurer has power issues, and thinks he is a little hitler

It sounds like, to me, that he is a potential stalker and most likely has a abuser personality. I would stay as far away from him as you can. And no you are not a bad person to to cut people like this out of your life.

I had a negligent discharge several years a go and put a bullet through two walls in my house.

The best thing you can do it find a trauma counselor that can help you processing it. Everyone will have a negligent discharge at some point or another, fortunately you were not hurt much worse than you were.

I am looking forward to getting a work bonus

How can you tell if they are real or not? the memory could be false, but the flashbacks are real to you, and there must be something that initiated the unresolved trauma.

This is being monitored.

I always bring a book to read while eating lunch. It gives me solitude, escapism and a chance to recharge.

@Sasha848484 Please tone down the rhetoric.

@Stacieamy Is it being around people in close contact generally, or is there something about this co-worker that reminds you of a past abuser? I do ok interacting with my co-workers at work. it is when we get into a social setting like a Christmas party that I can become uncomfortable or...