Can't Focus On Schoolwork

[Rosalia]

I was doing really well for a while, but one tiny trigger at work set me on this downward spiral and I feel like I'm right back where I was at the beginning. I can't focus on anything, I walk around like a zombie at work (I'm a cook,) and my coworkers definitely notice. I decided recently to be open at work about my PTSD because it became so noticeable, and to my surprise, everyone at work has been incredibly supportive.

In any case, my head hurts constantly and the words and numbers just kind of swim when I'm trying to concentrate. It's incredibly frustrating and it just adds to the stress that this stupid disorder might cause me to fail. Hopefully talking about it will make me feel better. I dunno. I'm so tired of feeling like this.

This post just seems jumbled at the moment. I'm kinda disappointed that I can't even post a sensible forum thread.

 

[franciemarnie]

I am so glad they were supportive at work. How wonderful.

When my head hurts, it is trapped emotional energy usually. Everyone is different though. It would be great of you could see a doc and make sure there is no organic cause.

My non-organic pain is metaphoric. If my head hurts then I am thinking of things that hurt or my unconscious is pushing them up or there are things I need to say but I am not saying them or things I need to feel and I am not feeling them. There is some kind of block.

Any way I can relieve the pressure helps - exercise, singing loudly to music, saying what's on my mind to someone I trust and of course somatic experiencing.

It's important to get enuf rest (easier said than done) and enough oxygen too.

I hope you feel better.

 

[Mishka]

I know what you mean. I have the same problem with studying. Have you tried studying in a small group? That usually keeps me from dissociating and zoning out and keeps me socially involved.

I don't know if it's an option for you, but for me having a job added more stress than it was worth. Going to school is hard enough on its own. I saved for a few months and then quit my job to just focus on getting school done and it's helped me. Maybe that would make things easier for you too. There are part-time and full-time jobs online if you need income but find leaving your house too triggering.

 

[Still waiting]

I have the same problems. Dizzy, confused, numbers just make me feel spaced out. My grades have plunged. Frustrating....

 

[desiderata310]

WOOF! This is me. Work full time and trying to finish grad degree and can't concentrate on anything for long. Actually frustrated because I feel just like that tonight. Can't pay attention to a damn sitcom. Watching situational comedy takes too much effort because watching the "problems" the characters have makes me tired. Wow. Not sure what to do about it.

 

[Still waiting]

So glad I am not alone! I play on my iPhone, my iPad, and watch TV....same time!

 

[Loner]

And thats why I dropped out of college. Sucks. I hope you stick with it, unlike what I did.