Supporter Hi, I'm New Here, Thoughti Would Introduce Myself.

[Tryin2staystrong]

Hi everyone!
I'm new to this forum, and so glad I found it. My husband has just recently retired for the Army after 21 years. He suffers from severe PTSD, and is currently getting help. We have been married 17 years, and we have 3 children. His PTSD has turned our lives upside down. Where we currently live I don't have the support system I am use to. All my friends are wonderful and try to help, but none of them understand PTSD, and what we have been through in the past 14 years.

 

[WillyKat]

Welcome to the forum! It's good to hear he's getting help.

You know, I just read part of a book that he might be interested in reading. It's called Resilience by Eric Greitens. It's a series of letters from a veteran to his friend that was suffering.

 

[garden]

Welcome

 

[WillKat]

Thank you both! I will find him that book, we will take all the help we can get.
When his PTSD got really bad in Korea, he cheated on me. I'm trying my hardest to forgive and support him, but I've hit a brick wall. I don't know if anyone has been through the same thing or not, but I could use some advice on what to do and what not to do. Thank you in advance.

 

[intothelight]

@Whitney Erin Welcome to the forum!

There is an entire section for Supporters where you will find many posts sharing information and advise. Most importantly, it is a place where you can find support for yourself among people who really do understand. I hope you find this site helpful.

 

[very thankful]

Thank you!!!

 

[ItsDemi22]

Welcome :)

 

[Amy Oliver]

Hi...I understand what you are going through. My boyfriend has done some very painful things since he retired from the military. I don't think I can give you advice on how to move past what your husband has done as I am struggling myself with the same problem. But I am always here to listen.

 

[Tryin2staystrong]

@Amy Oliver Thank You!!!
I'm here for you as well. It helps tremendously just having someone that understands. Hope your doing well. I'm sure you and your BF are just like us, you have good days and bad days, sometimes it's even weeks.

 

[Friday]

A bit late on my part, but just wanted to say; Welcome to the forums :)