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I have your same tendency to need the last word when I'm sure my point is correct. That's a burden to carry for sure. I'm the PTSD sufferer so I can't really advise you on your relationship status but I can tell you that you need to be very VERY careful being in contact with her while she has a...

welcome! Death is so terrible to witness. It is also what my PTSD stems from. I am currently on Celexa. It levels me out. My PTSD leads to extreme mood swings and the Celexa helps with that. My dad was an alcoholic so I do not take anything that is addictive. Xanax has caused problems with...

Welcome. I am glad you are open to being treated for PTSD. I do not think PTSD is genetic. Just treat your child as normal as possible. I work full time with PTSD as well.

Welcome. I have the same issue with pent up emotions and outbursts. I am glad you are here and your goals and progress sound awesome.

I hope this does not sound insensitive because I truly don't mean for it to, but, why does your son moving mean you have to move to? Are you reliant on him for support?

Welcome Katie. I hope that you can begin to manage your PTSD from your terrifying experience. Medication doesn't have to be permanent. I hope if it is suggested that you get on medication that you follow through.

Yes, yes it does!

Not only do I suggest you see a therapist regarding your current issues, I also suggest you speak to an attorney regarding bills that the attacking dog owner should be responsible for. Welcome!

Hey 91' Girl. I am glad that you are getting help and reaching out here. I was not abused, but I did grow up with an alcoholic parent. I did not realize the damage that my childhood caused until I after I started treatment for PTSD. Anyway...I am glad you joined and I hope you continue to move...

How very horrible and heartbreaking. I am so sorry you had to experience that and that this person is so hate filled that they committed such an act. Are you in active therapy? It is okay to never be the same you were before that attack. Experiences in life change us, no matter how big or...

I agree. Get out and PLEASE take the dog with you. He will kill that dog and may possibly kill you. Are you getting therapy for the issues you faced growing up? For the self harm? I urge you to do so. Is he still active duty? Is there anyone that can help you in the military? His commanding...

Have you ever listened to Enigma? They are what I call "mountain music". I listen to them when I drive the Blue Ridge Parkway because they are relaxing, peaceful and upbeat.

I have quite the eclectic taste as well Nadia. I don't have a problem with any particular genre of music. I don't do hard rap or death metal at all. I am glad you have a therapist who is in tune to you that way. Many don't even try to go that deep into a patient. JSKarma- That was good! Do...

Hmm...I guess it depends on what you want to say. If you just flat out don't want to tell them why you don't want to drink there are tricks to being able to seem as though you are drinking and they more they are drinking the less attention they will pay to what you are drinking. One is to have...

Hmmm....sometimes I feel like it defines a period of time in my life and I am in that period right now but does it define my character? My personality? My person? No, I like to believe it doesn't. It doesn't define my future. If I left it untreated and uncontrolled? Yes it probably would define...

Any favorite songs/bands you listen to to help you move along? Some of the stuff I listen to doesn't seem to be positive or helpful on the surface, but it is to me. I'm into Ween right now (probably not well known) and the song playing now is It's Gonna Be. I used to listen to Ween all the...

That would be difficult. The feeling of safety in the workplace is important. I am glad you are seeing a therapist as well and that you've gotten your diagnosis. I hope that as time progresses, you are able to return to work. In my area, students who have committed a violent act or repetitive...

Do you have a diagnosis at all? One that you think is correct, aside from PTSD? Panic/Anxiety can do some REALLY bad things to your body and mind. I do hope you search for a therapist that fits you.

I am glad that you are going to speak to an attorney so as not to be railroaded. I have an EMT friend and her sense of humor is sometimes dark as well. Sometimes it's triggering for my PTSD but I know it is her way of making it through what she sees/experiences on a daily basis. She was also...

Aleajohn- I just wanted to add that he may never, ever be that person that he was before his latest deployment. Even if he recognizes and gets help for his own issues. I am also glad that you are getting help for yourself.

I get that completely. Sometimes outlook is everything!

Mark H.- First...it doesn't matter how emotionless you are. Violence is NEVER okay. it tends to be swept under the run when it comes from a woman but domestic violence is domestic violence. Second- If you have concerns regarding your custody or visitation as a father, I strongly suggest you...

Thank you for your service Flanker. I'm so sorry the support is not there in the military and that PTSD is still such a taboo issue. I think that soldiers would be much healthier if the military and government would insist on treatment for PTSD instead of making it a punishment.

I agree with no longer being in contact with her. It seems as though you being in contact with her means that her healing is at a standstill. I do hope you do not tell her that you care for her, as this can be taken as a false hope tha tyou will consider resuming a relationship. Sometimes it...

Hi shoulderblades. I am sad for your childhood but you are a very, very strong woman and mother. Getting the right help and searching for a diagnosis to begin to heal from or manage takes so much courage. I am glad you will see your GP next week about the PTSD diagnosis. I hope that you get it...