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I struggle with the same issues of avoiding and putting off. A lot of times I am overwhelmed and have very little energy. It is part of the disease process. I accept it but I also get angry about it. If I am overwhelmed I make a decision to do just 1 thing or spend 5 minutes on what I am...

I will be glad when I am past the holidays. I start a new job tomorrow and really feel scared because my nightmares and sleep has been off. It is unlikely they will subside until after the holidays are over. Christmas and Christmas Eve are anniversaries of my traumatic events. I get these...

I struggled for a long time not knowing my likes or dislikes because of my past. I have kept seeking different areas. I have taken classes that sounded like it might be fun like photography an tennis lessons. Some I enjoyed for a season. There are a lot of opportunities out there. Google...

I used to do this. I thrived on the urgency of doing it last minute and I lose track of time. It is not a side effect that I know of. I use timers to help me stay focused on the time I also spend 30 minutes a day journaling so I am not avoiding my emotions. That helped me focus.

Cooking may be too much for him. I deal with eating problems when my PTSD is acting up. I have to have something simple like cereal and milk available for those times. Another suggestion is to have some boost or ensure available to him. He may not feel like eating but he might not mind...

What are the positive aspects about this person? What do you desire in a relationship? I have PTSD and struggle deeply with trust. I want to know the persons character before I can fully trust someone. Are you willing to take the time to build the trust? Take the time to examine your own...

I have episodes like this as well. When I take the time to ask myself is this normal for situation or is this a trigger it helps me see the truth of where anger is arising from. then I ask myself is this something I need to respond to or can I let it pass and journal out the issues later...

Hi I have been dealing with PTSD for years. I have lost several jobs due to the symptoms. Does anyone have any suggestions on ways to deal with triggers and intrusive memories and emotions, and sleep disturbances that prevent me from awakening early enough for work.

I understand exactly how you felt. I did some of the same things after I was violently robbed by gunpoint. What helped me was seeing a counselor. I would try to find one that specializes in trauma. Check and see if your state has a victim advocate so they can help with some of the costs...

I have had flashbacks for years and they come at the most inconvenient time. Before they were troubling and created a lot of anger in me. Now they bring up the emotions of the event. I do not always recall all of the event though. What I have found helpful is journaling as close to the...