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    Has Anyone Accessed Their Medical Records?

    No worries Barefoot...brain fog. No experience in UK, but in US it depends on state. One state I was refused copy of basic blood test (wtf.) Another U.S. doctor appreciated bring in all medical records I had copies of, and prevented more useless blood test already performed (another state.)...
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    Why Do So Many With Ptsd Also Have Ocd?

    I don't remember where I read it. Remember something about OCD being a kind of putting oneself into a meditative state....
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    What Fictional Character Best Fits Your Mood Today?

    Once again I feel like "Catch" from movie Angel Eyes.... Always related to that movie. Somehow someone who understood the utter pain. Different type of pain...but understood.
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    What Made You Angry Today?

    No I'm not currently in U.S. despite what flag shows. Having psychiatrist give me script for Klonopin / Clonazepam (not 1st time, and knows I am reducing.) It's so restricted in this new country I am in. Most pharmacy's in this country don't even carry, or allowed to carry benzos. And...
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    Aromatherapy

    @Muse Good information. I need something for night terrors and nightmares. I might need to find a good aromatherapist. Best of luck with training and certification.
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    You Know You Have PTSD When...

    When your memories of Christmas and Holiday season are hell from childhood....you ask why is military tracking him? Shoot him down. (Yea I can have dark sense of humor.)
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    Aromatherapy

    Do you spray it on pillow case? Or cotton ball? I was using Panic Button mist. I'd like to try to create my own mix.
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    Aromatherapy

    Lavender, but I went overboard with an aromatherapy diffuser. Using all day and night. My floors became very oily... There is this product on Amazon from Aura Cacia callled Panic Button I find helpful.
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    You Know You Have PTSD When...

    When your heart rate is double what it normally is for hours, then days... and you think, "not again." Then wonder how long this has been going on...
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    What Cuteness Have You Witnessed Lately?

    Did you set-up one of those motion sensor cameras to see expression of animals and humans if they see it? LOL
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    What's Your Favourite Gadget?

    Now that you mention it, swiss army knife and miniature flashlight on key chain for years. I'd feel lost without them.
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    Waking Up From Horrible Nightmares At 3:04 For 2 Years

    There is an old high blood pressure medicine now used to treat nightmares called Prazosin. My old p-doc didn't even know about it until she contacted VA. Your doc may not know as well. Have you tried any herbs to help relax you before bed? Maybe try Melissa Leaves (Lemon Balm), but check with...
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    What's Your Favourite Gadget?

    Couldn't agree more. Before smartphone used a mp3 player to ground me with music, podcast, and positive affirmation audio books.
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    What Cuteness Have You Witnessed Lately?

    Cute video dog, cat, and baby cats playing together. What some humans can learn from animals... http://9gag.com/gag/aKB0zO1 *site wouldn't let me upload, sry
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    What's Your Favourite Gadget?

    Iphone
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    Jobs With Minimal People Contact?

    Both. I know some with full-time editing for websites. In my work I've used editors, and recommended to clients. But those are all freelance. Establish a good relationship, and it could turn into full or part-time gig. Check out UpWork.com
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    Med Options For Sleep?

    I struggle with sleep, staying asleep, night terrors, and nightmares. Sadly on Klonopin. My new p-doc knows I want off, and supports. He gave me this mix of Valeriana and Melissa Leaves (lemon balm.) But I struggle with medicine as many do. I don't think they mix well Klonopin. At least for me...
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    Pets & Animals With Ptsd? (fun Thread)

    LOL thanks for laughs. I don't have cats. Just reminded me of hypervigilance. Was going to suggest cat get a door jam ;) I meant animals that seem to have ptsd. :) But free flow thread. Anything funny Any dogs with ptsd pics or cartoons?
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    Pets & Animals With Ptsd? (fun Thread)

    Going through some very bad times. Was looking for funny things online to try to make me laugh. Then ran across this. Can you relate?
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    When Did You Start?

    I like the way @Link Removed put it "PTSD tailspin." It was after I was "re-exposed" to childhood and childhood abuser. It took ptsd to levels I never imagined.
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    Undiagnosed New Here

    Welcome Angel - found this site in past year, and very helpful.
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    Had Dinner At Someone's House!

    That is a great accomplishment! Congrats
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    What Cuteness Have You Witnessed Lately?

    Cute and heartwarming. Leopard & baby Baboon
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    Songs For Inspiration

    Coming Out of Dark - Gloria Estefan Always Tomorrow - Gloria Estefan
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