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@Laura 2 i live in the United States, in Oklahoma. The county that I reside in, here in my state, is the largest county. So we have a district attorney specifically for domestic violence victims and she works directly with the YWCA, a certified battered woman shelter that also offers free...

On Sept. 21,2013 my husband tried to kill me. I posted that info in my introduction months ago. I have had and still have many physical issues and continue to suffer from PTSD. Last week, during my husband's 5th hearing, I was subpoenaed to testify. The district attorney prosecuting this case...

I have been taking trazadone, 100 mg each night for about 6 months. It has been a lifesaver for me as without it, I couldn't sleep at night. I'm not groggy the next day either. Generally I sleep 6-8 hours tonight when I take it, and I don't wake up throughout the night. I hope this helps.

I'm not sure if I'm posting this in the correct thread but since it caused me to have a panic attack. I will post it here. Last weekend my husband (soon to be x) called me from jail. He has been in there for 7 months awaiting trial. He had tried to kill me and was almost successful. I try to...

I don't know that I can help but I can say I am very impressed with your strength to reach out. As I have had a near death experience, and went to the other side, I can say that I KNEW without a doubt that certain people loved me, no words were needed. And I am very proud that you are able to...

Good for you @Justmehere. What an awesome step you took, and you were able to set boundaries ahead of time, which gave you a sense of relief and empowered you. I'm very impressed at how well you did.

I don't know if this will help or not, as I haven't begun dating since my horrendous attack 6 months ago. What I have done is I go get massages every few weeks. I do that so I will get used to another person touching me that is not a family member or a close friend. I am petrified of someone...

During my traumatic event, as he tried to take me from this world, my last words to him were "I forgive you." To me forgiveness means to take the burden from you and give it to God (I am a Christian). The cruelness another person inflicts on you then becomes their problem to own. Now I still do...

I fry bacon, crumble it up and when I pour the pancake batter in the pan, I add some of the bacon and finish cooking the pancake. I serve it with homemade maple syrup. Oh my, so so yummy.

I hear you. Being home is my biggest struggle as well. I do hope another member can advise us both on how to feel less anxious and to see the light that, at times, escapes us. I find myself journaling at times, especially when my anxiety is high or I need to vent. I also like to refurbish...

I take a medication on a regular basis but when I feel a panic attack coming on I have a medication that I take to keep me from going into a full blown attack. It works for me. I also see a counselor and I come to this forum. This forum helps me realize I am not crazy, I simply have PTSD and...

I found out today his mental competency will be reviewed in court in two months. Two more months I have to wait. Sometimes the burden of being me is so overwhelming. I miss being my happy self, the one who gives without holding back, who loves 100%, who trusts and who doesn't cry off and on...

I am so proud that you have reached out. This community is very supportive and we are in this together. You were able to take the hardest step, the first one. My heart breaks for what you went through and what you continue to go through.

The encouragement and advice I receive here helps me get through. The slump I have been in is lifting somewhat. The more I think about it, the more I agree that my husband needs to be evaluated. Normal people don't do what he did to me, so I am accepting where this journey is going. I have...

I posted an introduction a while back on why I have PTSD. My husband who was taking illegal steroids and also has schizophrenia, tried to kill me then tried to kill himself. This happened last September and we are now just getting a hearing. Yesterday was my first day at court and I was...

Your story brought tears to my eyes. I can feel your pain through your words. I know that when I forgave the person who tried to kill me the burden was lifted off of my shoulders. I find strength and encouragement through your journey and I pray that your healing will continue to bring you...

As my victimization happened in my bedroom, I find it extremely difficult to sleep in there. More often than not, I sleep on the couch. I have permanent nerve damage done to my discs in my neck and back due to my injuries I sustained but I cannot stand to sleep in the room it all happened in...

Update.....I was able to get an appointment with the YWCA today and had my intake meeting. They are providing me with a court advocate to go to court with me and to guide me through the process. I am also getting a counselor who specializes in victims of violent crimes. So things are looking up...

@Mercy I need all the prayers I can get, thank you so much for offering.

@Myhope I cried when I read your response. Telling me I am a victor is something I have never viewed myself as. Your encouragement is so uplifting. I will go to sleep each night and wake up each day and remember what you said. Thank you so much for those words. @Barconian, I had never...

I appreciate the candor of all who have replied. @Barconian- I, too, agree that this story appears to be unbelievable at first; however, I am living proof it happened. I think each and every day, did this really happen? Is this really my life? Unfortunately it is and it is a daily struggle...

On Sept 21, 3013 I awoke to my husband of 5 months throwing me off the bed. As he had never ever been abusive before I was confused and extremely frightened. I jumped back on the bed and he put me on my stomach, grabbed my hands behind my back and accused me of wearing lipstick to work. As I...

I haven't told my story on here yet, but I too have a dog that freaks out when I either cry (which I do a lot) or even if my voice is not in its normal tone. She is 2 and I have had her since she was a puppy. My 8 year old dog has no issues with my PTSD. My younger dog goes to the back door...