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Thanks for the clarification linasmom! Additional question: would you say your Panic and agoraphobia is a result of or directly linked to your PTSD and trauma? You know, psychiatrists are not always right and neither are psychologists always right either... I don't think it would hurt for you...

Well I'm not a physician so I won't attempt to suggest whether your therapist is right or wrong...is your therapist a psychiatrist? But Panic Disorder and PTSD seem a little like two of the same thing to me. What I mean by that is that panic is often a huge part of PTSD anyway... though...

Glad you did bring it back morgan :) This is something my therapist has asked me to work on this week. He has told me to simply say "I know what's happening" when the emotions overtake and flashback begins. He explained to me that it is about getting the thinking logical and verbal part of the...

I don't think it's unwise to keep your wits about you, and to be cautious, especially with online relationships. In the same breath... I also don't think it's a good thing to jump the gun because right now. Because neither you nor I know if you are being over-sensitive (many of us would be...

This is a bit of a strange question. I'm in a FOUL mood right now... like just fell straight into this mood... I am fine if I am "talking" via non-speaking means (email, text, MSN whatever)... and by this I mean just talking - not about anything specific. But if I have to speak...

I thoroughly enjoyed writing on this topic! It is one of great interest to me... and useful to write about as it is revision for exams I will be taking in the Summer! So this thread is study for me! I agree... I am a fan of 'controversial discussions' as I feel it is only through this that...

Wow good stuff!! Also well done for getting through the insensitive 'get over it' comment and then the conversation someone else had with another about YOUR life! That sort of thing makes my blood boil!

Hi Kathy, I am very glad that you and Jim are doing well lately, and that you are beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I understand that Evie at the moment feels hurt, though I do not know which thread you are referring to, nonetheless I can understand that if she feels hurt...

I'm so sorry to hear all of this Kathy. It sounds like a lot of the stress lately has taken it's toll on Evie and her positivity. May I ask why Evie feels embarrassed/humiliated here? My thinking is that it is at these very times that Evie may benefit from a chat/venting post or two, and some...

When remembering trauma I get headaches, nausea, dizziness and pain in other areas of my body, and sensations in other areas of my body. The headaches actually started within the first week after my first trauma, and I was taken to a doctor. I then suffered years of long bouts of daily headaches...

Psychiatry & Psychology - It's all about interaction. I'm in my third year in a psychology degree, and for every disorder we are learning the psychology of, we also get the DSM IV, and ICD-10. But yes, I agree, it is known that the DSM IV-TR is what is most used for diagnosis, though they...

Congrats!!! Nice work...!

Oh yes... I have recently 'collapsed' the last three assignment deadlines (in the last 6 weeks) when the added stress and pressure was too much. Resulting in some long spells in bed, and depression. This time, I spent days in bed, slept 12-17 hours a day. The symptoms, and added pressure...

Hey Evie - it was Spock. I can't remember exactly now the details around this, which is frustrating.... sorry about that!!

I heard something about his character being created to be autistic, or have autistic traits or something? not sure... it was a while ago I saw the doc!

I don't have much to add (LOL)... Linasmon, I think it's good that you are openly admitting to your feelings. The guilt, shame, and blame and 'deserving pain' thing could be due to how you were made to feel during your trauma? And oh, do I know the incongruences our logical minds tell us...

Hey tude... ta, I forever get confused over shame and guilt - for me they sort of just go together, and I've never really known which one is which in terms of definition!

Don't lose hope... there is a lot of information here about the various ways to overcome... but pretty much it's a given that it takes working through it which is the sucky part. But it does work...it's worked for people here... I'm glad you found us. Welcome.

An Internal Prisoner Chained to you're lies Lies, lies, lies From which reality morphed Into this fragmented life But the clock ticked forth A hand-made fort for a child afraid Forcing her smiles A silent soul betrayed Such smiles dripping with lies Waged in war, each breath dies Suffocating...

It's heart-breaking isn't it. The song is about a child who died from abuse. The boy in the video is her friend. As the video plays through it becomes apparant that he is an angel to be there for her just before her death. At her funeral it shows the little boy and girl hug, and running off...

She walks to school with the lunch she packed Nobody knows what she's holding back Wearing the same dress she wore yesterday She hides the bruises with linen and lace The teacher wonders but she doesn't ask It's hard to see the pain behind the mask Bearing the burden of a secret storm...

LOL... Awakening suggests this thread would fit in the Sleep Management Section... LOL sorry couldn't help notice that pun there... ! :rolleyes::wink:

I think it's quite common for people who come here at first to go through these feelings. It's a new experience, finding so many people suffering similarly but through different trauma's. I agree, it is a great shame that those who have contributed to society have come out suffering with PTSD...

I am a bit strange when it comes to humour. I usually get it, and can give it...and understand humour quite well. However, there are situations where I really struggle. The first reason is my hearing... sometimes if I'm in a loud place and concentrating on hearing someone, I'm concentrating...

Wow you're angry. Can't say I disagree with your anger actually, if I was you. Like I said... I comment on what affects me politically. This affected you. I think you actually have a right to talk about what your government has done to YOU. Just like you have a right to vote and all...