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[Traumagirl]

Hello
I am a 41 year old mother of three with Complex PTSD from a severely abusive childhood. My abuser was my mother, which creates many problems in my life. I also have physical issues such as Chronic Fatigue, hormonal issues and Adrenal Exhaustion. I have tried multiple therapies to help all of my concerns. The latest has been guided imagery, a very safe way to confront my traumas. In addition to having three stressful children (2 boys with ADHD, 1 girl with Down syndrome), my husband has recently been diagnosed with stage IV Rectal cancer. He's doing well so far, but the stress is at times ridiculous.

 

[NIKI]

Oh my. I'm sorry for all your struggles. I'm glad you found your way here for support.

I also have CPTSD. My parents were my main abusers. I endured alot of child abuse from birth.

I wanted to WELCOME you to the forum.

 

[JustBe]

Hi,I just found this thread. I wasn't here in July but Welcome! I have two grown sons, One is Bipolar, the other has ADHD and a writing processing disability. I also suffered from adrenal exhaustion and have totally changed my lifestyle and eating choices this past year. Getting rid of sugar, process foods and caffeine has really helped.

 

[Traumagirl]

It's so nice to know that I'm not the only one with these issues.

 

[Shellbell]

Hi Traumagirl,

I have only just read your into as well and I just want to say that you have so much stress you are dealing with and you are amazing to be coping with it all so well, on top of having CPTSD.

Do you have some support to help you with your children and husband? I really hope you do.

I'm glad you are having therapies for the PTSD.

Shellbell

 

[Traumagirl]

Thank you Shellbell for saying so. It is so nice of you. We do have some help. We have my husband's parents who are an hour away and they take them sometimes for the weekend. Thank you to Movin' On for the welcome also.

 

[anthony]

Welcome to PTSD Forum.