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I've been using the VA since I got out in '68, that's 1968 not 1868 for you smart asses. :rolleyes: Ah, my usual joke to cover how I really feel. That system was broken before I got involved 46 years ago. I dealt with them for a few years and then like many threw my hands up in disgust and...

I was on wellbutrin for depression for a while. It was helpful. Just be mindful of the fact that if and when you are going to be taken off it you'll need to do it slowly by tapering down the amount over a period of time. I believe it's an SSRI and does change the brains chemistry. Anything to...

You have to kind of make it up as you go along. Figure out what you need to when it comes. Good to be prepared by ya' gotta' be flexible. That can get harder with time.

It seems like PTSD is now the 'cause' to be involved in. When these kinds of things occur everyone who has any kind of idea jumps on the bandwagon. Luckily, I have a great psychologist. She never misleads me in any way and always tells me the truth about things straight up. There should be...

Hey Sailor It's not a real help to know what you're going through is 'normal' for us with PTSD, but it is. Good suggestions above and more to follow I'm sure. Just try to deal with one thing at a time and one day at a time. It's a tough thing but it can get better, even if it doesn't seem...

Came upon this from the poem Ulysses by Sir Alfred Lord Tennison. We are not now that strength which in old days Moved earth and heaven; that which we are, we are; One equal temper of heroic hearts, Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield...

Hey Sarg I do know how you feel about that as I feel the same. It's not like getting blood drawn or a shot for something. There is a split second of sensation but it's not pain like the others. All I can say is that is works for me and it's why I suggest it. Hope what ever way you go it brings...

Hey Sarg Sorry to hear about your back. I don't know anything about back braces, but I do know something about back pain and other problems as well. I mention it because I go to an Acupuncturist on a regular basis. It's the only thing that's helped me. I can't take nasiads or...

I think it's perfectly normal to have 'feelings' for your therapist. Especially if you trust them and feel that they've helped you.

I think as was stated very succinctly above, it's all very complex. It's not like 1 + 1 = 2 kind of formulation. There are so many mitigating factors. I had severe head trauma and was in a coma for a month. I wasn't expected to survive. In those days, Vietnam, they didn't really know what to...

As well as getting what you're entitled to make sure that you're getting the care that you need. In the long run it's perhaps more important than money.

Sounds like you need a high colonic and a 20 mile force march. It would definitely clear your mind. It's always good to hear from ya', kiddo. Don't watch the news, go out in public or your 'room' and you'll be fine in 40 years. Don't be a stranger, we're all in this together; and I don't...

Hey Marine I agree with Red. Get an advocate like the DAV or VFW. They will help you with your claim. I've used them and they've been a great help. Also, they will send you to outside doctors and psychologists to confirm your diagnoses. Also, think of it in terms of; can you work due to your...

If you're not living with your mother then it's up to you to decide how much contact you want. We all didn't grow up in 'wonderful' and 'supportive' households. Some parents are just............not good parents, I'll leave it at that. If it causes you problems with the current contact level...

Any Jewish relatives in hid family?, mothers?, sisters, aunts? I grew up in that kind of environment. Guess it made me anti-religion and totally guilt free. :ROFLMAO: Guess I'm just a f*ckin' heathen goin' straight to hell. :devil:

Speaking of Farts: Dead Link Removed If you need a laugh, this might help.

Hmm, Chilli for lunch again!!!! OR I hate to be the one to tell you this but that 'mole' on your neck. It's got legs!!!!!

Hey Jimmy, Doing real well with the weight loss, keep at it. If I'm reading the posts right, you decided to go 'cold turkey' and just stop taking a benzo? What ever medication that you're on and have been for a while it's always, always, a good idea to taper off over an extended period of...

I agree with you SD. The problem as I see it is that the gov't and all involved are so huge as to be an impossible thing to make positive changes to. My meaning is; the whole thing has to be chucked out and started from scratch. I think we all know what the possibility of that happening is...

Hey Scorpio There's no shame in having PTSD. I was infantry. I'd bet dollars to donuts that some or even most of your military buddies have it too. I know if you heard Sarg's gravely voice you damn sure wouldn't. Told me I sound like a kid. I smile just thinkin' about that. You'll make some...

Hey Sludge Sounds like you're 'hangin' in there, keep it up. Good to hear you're OK. Well in our book OK, you know. Jar

Not to turn this thread but that sounds a lot like me. I know it's not a help to know others are in the same boat, but sometimes we are.

When my wife and I were looking for a house we had a realtor like yourself. She was great. Quite frankly, if you want to sell your house or anything for that matter, you should be prepared to accommodate the buyer. Not the other way around. Maybe that's your next calling. Hope you find a place...