Supporter Girlfriend Of Ptsd Sufferer

[Clara Jefferson]

I normally don't look online for help with issues that arise but around here, no one seems to want to talk about whats going on. I try to bring up the problem with my boyfriend and he doesn't want to talk about it. It's effecting my life too. Constantly being woke up at night by his night terrors, his severe bouts of depression. Between both of us, we have 2 kids and when they start noticing it, there is a bit of a problem. I don't know how to explain it to them because I don't fully understand what is going on. He's started drinking pretty bad recently and It's starting to take over his life. I don't know what to do. Is there anyone out there that understands what I'm going through?

 

[sisu]

Yes, we do Clara. Welcome. Come on over to the supporters section. Lots of amazing people who are willing to share their experiences and listen. Read the "sticky's" at the top of each section too. Look around, read, ask questions and learn as much as you can. It will help you so much. And take care of yourself too!!

Sisu

 

[BigBear]

Hi Clara,

Unfortunately, all too common. He is also being inappropriate. He may not be able to help some of what he does right now, but he must take responsibility for it. Untreated and ignored, PTSD is very dangerous...

Please read up here as much as you can. Treads have been tacked to the top of most areas. These tend to be "Must Reads" for someone trying to understand what is going on...

Glad you are here!

Bear

 

[ProudWife99]

I don't have any more wisdom to add to sisu's and Bear's posts, but I did want to tell you that you are not alone.

Look after yourself. Hope to see you in the supporters section.

 

[Tifanee]

Ditto, not alone in what you are experiencing. Don't look at it as getting help online, just help from others who can support you and empathize what you are going through...a global community. Welcome! Good luck!

 

[Clara Jefferson]

I wish I knew what to do sometimes. I freeze up and and am at a loss for words. Recently we have talked about things. He has slowed down on his drinking and has promised to seek therapy. I don't know if this is going to go through but I'm hoping it is going to work. He is an amazing guy.and I don't know what I would do without him. :) I think this is going to work out.

 

[Tifanee]

Hope is very powerful Clara, keep it alive!

 

[Pale Warrior]

Hi Clara, come over to the supporters section - you are always welcome!