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I agree 100%, but it is tough to do. We are dealing with a lot of shame, and that is not easy to deal with regardless of whether the person is a T or not. I trust my T and she knows an awful lot more about me than my wife, and I am now wondering if there is anything that I have held back from...

I think it is part of the condition to over analyze things people say, looking for the 'real' meaning. Is it part of a defense mechanism to always understand what is going on and be able to control the situation?

Hi Sisu, As someone with PTSD, and someone whose relationship has been affected by PTSD, I can see both sides. From his point of view, he probably needs space to try and deal with his issues. There were many times when I stepped back from a relationship in order to try and deal with the demons...

Thanks for the welcome and all the replies, I still feel hopeful and I am taking it day by day. Each day of feeling 'ok' is a step in the right direction. It was such a relief to post here and know that there are others like me who would understand.

Hi everyone, This is my first post after browsing for a while. I was diagnosed with PTSD and major depression one year ago. I am 48 now, and my symptoms appeared when I was 16, so I guess you could call it late onset PTSD. I 'coped' for many years, propped up by alcohol and seclusion...