Sufferer Hi. Ptsd From Child Abuse

[aeron]

Hi everyone. I'm Aeron. I was diagnosed a few months ago. As the title says my problems stem from child abuse. I don't remember much of my childhood but have found that to be common. What I do remember isn't pleasant and I try not to think about it. My parents were emotionally and physically abusive, and my father was sexually inappropriate if not abusive. I'm in my mid twenties and still have a lot of trouble functioning some days. I currently have no job and was denied when I applied for disability. I have trouble leaving the house nearly everyday except for therapy appointments.

I don't really know what else to say, so I'll wrap it up by saying that I'm glad I've found this place and I hope it will help me in my recovery. :)

 

[Cryptantha]

Welcome! I hope this place can help you too. It's very nice to have people to talk to that understand. ^_^

 

[Nighthawk]

Welcome

 

[intothelight]

@aeron Welcome to the forum!

It isn't uncommon to have lapses in memory with childhood abuse. Our minds way of protecting ourselves at the time. In time, with therapy, hardwork and support, you will find that you can reclaim and live your life without the ghosts that PTSD brings with it.

 

[PreciousChild]

Hi Aeron,

I love the name. Welcome! I'm pretty new here myself. It's been great finding a community that shares experiences others wouldn't understand. I hope you find what you're looking for.

 

[Ocean5]

Welcome - I think you will find many here who relate well. Best of luck. Just being here is a positive step.

 

[TK.]

I, too, have lapses in my memories from childhood, most likely because of the abuse I experienced. I'm new here too. Hopefully we can both find what we are hoping for.

 

[JohnD]

Hi Aeron, I'm pretty new here too.

I have a similar history of abuse and similar memory problems. I hope you'll find the support you're looking for here.

 

[Chava]

Welcome!! :)