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One of the things I find that helps me is having structure and routine, although I do struggle with creating that for myself. I feel like it helps to sort of ground me and differentiate time periods of my life (separation of now from "then"). Journaling is a generally good idea, in my opinion...

I do not think you are the only one. I can relate to what you are describing, although perhaps not as severely as being unsure "who I will be" tomorrow or the next day. For me what happens is that sometimes I will feel as if I am not myself and reacting to things presently in ways that I...

@Hashi : I was referring mostly to everyday life problems, so interpersonal, decision making, adapting to circumstances, trying to change circumstances, etc. I apologize for the vague nature of the post; was hoping that it might inspire general discussion where others felt they could relate to...

I'd like to discuss problem solving methods. Lately I have found myself in a situation where I am entirely overwhelmed. This time of year is very difficult for me because of events that have occurred in past years at this time, and as such my ability to see things clearly and resolve issues (as...

@Survivor2Thriver - I can very much relate to your feelings about the "world stage," as you referred to it. I often find myself very worried about thought control tactics in daily life (for example, I cannot stand commercials). To some extent, it may be considered paranoia, but at the same time...

@anthony - I understand what you are saying, but that is actually part of why I moved. My intentions are to get established enough to be able to seek a diagnosis from professionals who are knowledgeable in the area of PTSD and also Asperger's Syndrome. As far as the AS goes, my older brother was...

***A note before reading this post...I am aware that many, many people may seek to criticize what I am about to say. Please hold your criticisms as I do not want an argument, I only want to say my piece and hopefully get this out of my head as my heart is pounding right now and I am shaking as I...

@Ghostybear73 - Hmm...I don't have any records left from MI as I wanted to leave them all behind and get away from it. Do you think it would be reasonable to them if I explained that I don't have any paperwork as that is part of the reason I moved here, to get properly diagnosed?

Thank you all so much for the comments and support. I am just a wreck today and all of the things in my brain aren't giving me enough space to figure them out. I really appreciate the support. My boyfriend suggested that maybe I should talk to my supervisor and tell her that I have PTSD and AS...

I haven't told her about the PTSD or depression, and I'm not sure what Justin has told her. I'm just not sure of how to say it to her and I'm worried that she will simply try to say how she worked when blahblahblah was happening and hold me to her expectations of herself. I know that it has...

This is going to be long as there is a lot going on in my head, but I hope that this still gets read. I don't want to die, I want a chance at a better life, but right now that is seeming hopeless. I don't want sympathy, I want someone to look me in the eye, tell me they understand, and mean it...

@bell - I suspect user error may be what happened, but at the same time I feel confused about how she could have made such a reckless error. It just seems too intentional to me, especially with how the site is set up, and I am highly suspicious of her because of the general way she is. I sent...

@Loner - I'm not really upset with Kathy (the sister) at all as I can understand that my messaging her was probably not a good idea. I was a wreck at the time and not really proud of having messaged her. But I am angry at my mother for making the suggestion. I sent my mom a message asking her...

Hoping this is the right place for this; figured it should be okay since "relationships" can be a general term. I just need to get some stuff out right now before I punch a wall or break something. I seriously cannot recall a time I have EVER been this absolutely raging pissed. Let me start by...

I have read the book and find it to be quackery. The leader of the cult I was in was very much into Bradshaw, so personally, I would stay away from it. But that's just my opinion from my own experiences.

Thank you all for the warm welcome :)

Hello everyone, I am new here. Decided to join as I am starting to feel uncomfortable in the Facebook support groups I am in. Introductions aren't my forte, but I will do my best. I grew up in an abusive and neglectful household and have been in and out of hospitals since age 11. I started...