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Thanks Kate! I did actually end up speaking to the midwife first thing at that appointment, and she was very compassionate. I have not seen him again, but I do know that he is in town now. It is many, many months later, and, due to my pregnancy (and immobility at this point), I am not...

I have not reported him. It is one of those things that is much easier said than done. At this point, being as it is about 10 years later, there is no physical evidence. Even in therapy I have a hard time getting the dates correct because I've repressed a lot of it. The only thing I could do now...

So I am pregnant, and went to go see the midwives for an appointment. While in the waiting room, the man who abused me for a year and tried to kill me showed up, with his partner and their 3 children, I had no idea he was in the community (or even still alive), so it was quite a shock. He was...

Thank you all for your suggestions! Unfortunately, there isn't a neurologist where I am. I'd have to go to the mainland (I'm on an island) to get to the 'big' city, and that is an expensive endeavour, and then theres the waiting list (hooray for universal health care, eh?). I'd love to see one...

Okay, I'll be frank. I've used this drug a handful of times - but when I was using it I was NOT in a good place. I have heard that some places in Europe use small doses in a controlled environment - with counselling, to help trauma victims. As far as brain damage goes, this drug works by...

Just a quick note, as I'm new to this thread (so I don't mean to butt in, but perhaps my perspective can be helpful), I would suggest that taking care of a spouse is just something spouses do, and should not be used in terms of 'weighing the scales'. Good things that people do for one another...

I have a friend who has DID and also PTSD. I agree that it has something to do with ongoing abuse, possibly since childhood. The other 'personalities' are created to protect the mind, and each uses different tools to deal with different situations and they may not all be aware of one another in...

Thanks so much guys! I guess I'll have to talk top my Dr about this one for sure then. I won't take any antidepressants, I've found that that exacerbate my anxiety symptoms, and was once put on such a high dose of 'effexor' that it gave me serotonin shock (boo). I do take ativan for anxiety, but...

Thanks! I'll talk to my GP about a referral then...

Is there any cure for a severe migraine / tension headache (for that matter, what is the difference?) I have had ongoing, unbearable pain for days now, and can only keep it under control with advil and muscle relaxants, which I can't keep up for long if I want to keep my liver. When I wake up in...

LOL Ghost; yes, I agree with Grainne; you are a wordsmith! And thanks G and Skyp for the welcomes! Truthfully, these relationships that I'm finding difficult now have not been without their benefits; I am able to share my story because of the strength of these women, and because of what I have...

Thanks Ghost! It is difficult to let these relationships wither (though they are). I have known this one girl for 10 years, and the other, is my sister.. and, well, that's hardly a relationship I can avoid forever. The problem here is that we're ALL sufferers and I've been giving support to...

Welcome Orca! Thanks for your tips; I'm interested in what you said about dark stones.. I was looking at some snowflake obsidian in a store the other week and felt an overwhelming urge to touch it and when I did I felt instantly calm; I suppose I should have bought it, but I think it can be...

Thank you all for being so welcoming! I took a few days to digest this a bit more (and, of course, was working while digesting, which is a whole other level because my profession is to be a care provider for a youth with extreme behavioral issues, but I have to work to survive). I have been...

I love gardening, I live in an apartment so I'm limited for space but I managed to cover almost our entire deck with pots! I've planted a lot of herbs and just bought a bunch of seeds for next year. I'm a little worried because I've not had a lot of success growing from seed. I tried to grow...

So true! If only I had figured that out years ago! When we don't set and keep our boundaries and keep ourselves safe from the more abusive tendencies of a sufferer we are not doing ANYONE any good!

Wow! Such huge things to deal with - and you did! Testifying must have been difficult, but maybe also vindicating? Sorry to hear that, yes, sometimes something that seems little like strangers fighting is a trigger, but it is sooooo good that you are working through it all!! Kudos!!

Awesome! It is inspiring to see you work so positively to integrate your memories! It can be so hard sometimes after years of repressing and trying to ignore what is happening, I'm glad to see it is possible to change our behavior for the better! Good job!

It has been many years going, and I have received some support, so am practiced at some aspects of my 'story', it has gotten easier with time and repetition, but I am still looking for a kind of annonymous commradery I can't seem to find anywhere else. You are right though, I should be careful...

Hey Rocket Girl! You are one tough cookie! I can't imagine what it must feel like to have both parents ill, combined with such a horrific experience. It is, as others have said, awesome that you are seeking help and sharing your story. I hope that you find what you need here!!

This might be triggering to some, so, just a warning. I did read the forum rules upon signing up, but there wasn't anything there about how much we should divulge. This will be long, for those who want to read it. I am also not sure where this is suppose to be posted, as I'm brand new to forums...

Finding the right forum I totally hear you. I was also looking for an online support group that didn't just cater to vets. As for the invalidation, I am sorry to hear that! I hope that you are able to find the help that you need!

Hello; I'm Midnight. I suffer PTSD symptoms (disrupted sleep, flashbacks, anxiety attacks, intrusive thoughts and memories, sensitivity to loud noises) from sexual, physical and emotional abuse. I also have a sibling who suffers from PTSD for similar reasons but refuses to deal, and so causes...