bittersweet
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I was diagnosed with PTSD a year ago although it is believed that I've been suffering from it for the past 3 years or so. I was undergoing cognitive behavioral therapy but unfortunately it was not working well either due to myself or my therapist and I not "meshing" well enough. I am seeking another therapist who may be able to help. Below I will tell offer a little background on me.
I am a victim of rape. Several years ago I had gone over to visit someone who I considered at the time to be a long time friend. Unfortunately after that day I found out that he was one of the worst kinds of people on the planet and I have never felt "normal" since. I was a virgin up until that day so I feel that that is one reason why it emotionally hurts me so much. While I'm not religious, I did believe it should have been something saved for the one you loved but unfortunately life doesn't always work that way.
I suffer from vivid and frequent flashbacks/nightmares, severe panic attacks and feel that I am slowly withdrawing from society. There are times where I am overwhelmed with depression and at times I find it hard to keep a grip on reality. I find myself wondering if I could ever live my life as close to normal as it was before the event.
I have been married for a year and a half now to one of the most understanding and amazing men on the planet. I had met him only a couple months after the event and he has always been there to comfort me and went into the marriage knowing my situation. He has vowed to be my protector and my eternal love. He truly is one of the only reasons I am still here today.
I really look forward to finding extra comfort and learning new ways to help me reach my goal of returning to a life of normalcy.
I am a victim of rape. Several years ago I had gone over to visit someone who I considered at the time to be a long time friend. Unfortunately after that day I found out that he was one of the worst kinds of people on the planet and I have never felt "normal" since. I was a virgin up until that day so I feel that that is one reason why it emotionally hurts me so much. While I'm not religious, I did believe it should have been something saved for the one you loved but unfortunately life doesn't always work that way.
I suffer from vivid and frequent flashbacks/nightmares, severe panic attacks and feel that I am slowly withdrawing from society. There are times where I am overwhelmed with depression and at times I find it hard to keep a grip on reality. I find myself wondering if I could ever live my life as close to normal as it was before the event.
I have been married for a year and a half now to one of the most understanding and amazing men on the planet. I had met him only a couple months after the event and he has always been there to comfort me and went into the marriage knowing my situation. He has vowed to be my protector and my eternal love. He truly is one of the only reasons I am still here today.
I really look forward to finding extra comfort and learning new ways to help me reach my goal of returning to a life of normalcy.
