are you open with people about personal things such as mental illness and trauma?

[NadiaMa]

Hey!
I try to be open with very close friends and partners. However, it's hard for me because of the stigma that follows it. My PTSD is related to my family so I cannot tell anyone that knows my family since I am scared it would put them under the wrong light. I really want to get to a point where I can just say it to anyone. I have a friend who does not hide it and told me from the first time we met and it was scary for me but helped me say "me too" and explain.
I would say that I tell the other person when I feel I need to, because after a while of deep conversation you can't just keep hinting toward it, otherwise, I don't feel like I have to.

 

[Friday]

It’s no different than my sex life. It’s not a secret. It’s not something I’m ashamed of. It’s not anyone else’s business who isn’t a part of it.

If the topic comes up in conversation? I’m neither obligated to reply, nor -if I do reply- to give all the juicy details, nor remain silent. When, what, where, with whom, & how much I choose to share is entirely up to me.

 

[fern]

I dont go into a lot detail, even with people I am extremely close with. But that being said, I am pretty open about being someone living with mental health issues. Most people I meet can relate, and I find that talking about what I'm experiencing/struggling with/working on in regards to ptsd or anxiety or depression is well met and helps open up a meaningful dialogue in which both of us can understand each other.
I just elbow bumped yesterday with someone who mentioned he had ptsd and felt a moment of solidarity