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I recommend that you say that you had medical procedures done as a child that surprisingly caused PTSD symptoms and you would like a referral to a therapist please to feel better. They don't need to know everything; just enough to write a referral Symptoms could be; nightmares, increased...

A shooting by three people who got away killing twelve people at a center for people and children with disabilities causing PTSD in several people. My boss knows friends that work there and my doctor's office was on lockdown so had my appt canceled. Awful!!! Like people with difficulties don't...

I would try to not get evicted and see if you can come to a reasonable money owed agreement. The reason is not for your rat landlord but for your future renting. I'd run for the hills ASAP. That is an unacceptable and dangerous living situation. There has got to be better places to dwell. He...

Paralyzingly torture surprises demons

As a nurse in a hospital in the past I had to do my time and work several holidays. People get sick regardless of day. I learned not to get too attached to the particular day and just try to do something I enjoy like a favorite treat or movie night, on what everyone gets all excited about as a...

I know how you feel and I'm sure a lot of members here do too. I think that what you wrote could probably be an opening to welcome to PTSD. Nobody wants what happened to them. PTSD sucks cuz the symptoms are overwhelming and it makes you want to be done with things. The forum is here for...

Hi JMH, sorry you are going through such a hard time!!!!! Hugs to you if you want them!!!!!!! This trauma stuff sucks and your reaction is normal! Your therapist should be trained to handle your symptoms and help with how your feeling for your job. It may be a good appt to process and cope...

I do emdr via you tube. It really helps with stress and felt like a backpack of rocks was lifted from my brain. I don't want the memories I don't remember and find emdr doesn't touch them. I don't see much difference but I feel lighter

My symptoms hit full scale at 19; suicide attempt led to diagnosis. Had inklings at 15 and 16. Lost it after a friend died and went through hell. Gradually improved and had managable symptoms til a man woke me in my sleep and tried to rape and kill me. I got away and was okay cept for a sleep...

It has to be dealt with. I would try to wait til a time when he seems a bit more himself in the next couple of days. I'd keep it neutral so there is no blame. It happens. The mail came and there is a red light ticket. He may respond better than you think. Hang in there!!!! That's what I...

Hope you make a full recovery!!!! Prayers your way!!!!

What a difference having people that understand and even try to help!!!

I love and adore children and have always wanted to be around them. I trust them far more than adults!!! I have always wanted children! But am thankful I don't because I know what's out there and what could happen to them and the horrific struggles they could face. I always resented my parents...

Wow thank you for clarifying the policy. I was concerned if I ever wanted to write a book but am not now! The policy sounds perfect as is

Candace you might qualify for some services in your town or county that might help with food or insurance til you get a job. If you could get insurance then you could get checked out by counselors and mental health professionals. Check online and make some calls if you can. You can also check...

Fixed resume. Got a certification for more hours. Job hunting. Don't want my family to sell my grandparents belongings!!!! Want to stay here but may need to move. Awesome references from my bosses!!! Have to practice typing. My parents are attempting suicide on and off which is pretty...

When finding your keys is a constant battle. Directions and getting places are a battle because you dissociate and miss turns or exits.

There has been a time that I was going to attempt suicide and I looked in the mirror and saw one of my abusers. Very weird. Also looking at my symptoms from ptsd, they are a continuation of the abuse; physical pain from physical abuse and depersonalizations verbally from verbal abuse. Thanks...

Does anyone feel like the abuser lives in them? That the effects.. Of the the abuser are sabotaging them perpetuously? How do you get rid of it?

We have so many experiences with our parents if we live with them and they aren't all bad or all good. I think you are really doing great to be able to acknowledge both aspects of your dad. No matter if they hurt us, they were loved because that's what children do. I hope you have lots of...

You are always giggling at conversations in your head and your friends are always asking what's so funny. When you get frustrated cuz you can't keep connected to what other people are saying and you tried When coworkers say it's like you are there but we feel we are looking through you You are...

I think it's a lot easier said than done!!! Grief is hard and can be hard to let go! They say it can take3 years. It also seems the more you are told to let go the more it is on your mind and harder to do. It seems self care focus has been healthy for me and distraction. Moving away from my...

Oh you poor thing!!!! How horrible and terrifying to be out there trying to find your friends while injured!!! PTSD can happen from all kinds of experiences and I hope you find lots of helpful information and support here. I have. Take care and welcome!

It seems to be sometimes shocking what they write for diagnosis. I have had wrong ones in the past. Give it some more time and see if they keep the diagnosis or change it. I also ask for reasons for diagnosis. Glad they are trying to help you!!

I've been doing EMDR also and had a similar reaction yesterday. It wasn't like i was there but had the same feeling as after the event and massive dissociation. Still in progress work I think. It sure is scary! Just not well but hopefully it's helping!!! Safe place helps and distraction I...