Hello I Have PTSD

[Alma]

Hello my name's Alison Nearly 2 years ago I was bitten on the face by a dog which in some ways was the best thing that has happened to me as it tipped me over the edge and I had a nervous breakdown.

But I then got the help I needed, as I was in an abusive relationship which left me with PTSD so I have been suffering with it for 5 years now. But I was only diagnosed with it recently. At the time I never got the help I needed I just kept getting depression and really bad anxiety and panick attacks.

Things have been getting better lately but I find things hard at times. There are things I used to do but I'm scared to do them now incase something happens and I have a panick attack. I feel like I'm half living my life because I'm just so scared of things setting me off.

I have a wonderful boyfriend and family who are really supportive but there are times I feel they don't quite understand what it really feels like to have PTSD.

 

[Jawn]

Welcome to the forum Alison. You will find lots of information and support here.

Jawn

 

[intothelight]

Hi Alma,

Welcome to the Forum. One thing you will find here is a community of people that understand. That alone is such a huge relief and support.

ITL

 

[Daisy_May]

Hi Alma, welcome to the forum and hope you find some relief, dog bites are super scary!!

 

[Iam]

Hi Alma. Dog attacks are horribly scary. I was attacked by two dog when I was 5. All I remember is a flash of them on me and the owner putting them in her station wagon and taking off. I am sorry you were attacked to. That is awful. Even worse, an abusive relationship. Welcome to the forum.You will find lots of support here.

 

[betterdaysahead]

HI Alma,

Welcome to the forum. You will find lots of support here.