Undiagnosed Introduction

[Amethyst]

Hello, I'm new to this site and I thought I'd introduce myself. I would prefer not to use my real name, but you can call me Amethyst since that's my birthstone (and I'm really into healing crystals). I was diagnosed with Acute Stress Disorder after surviving a mass shooting at my favorite nightclub and place of employment. This was about 5 months ago, and although I received treatment through my school counseling clinic and my functioning has improved, the symptoms are still there. In fact, I've been experiencing new symptoms over the past several weeks that have lead me to seek counseling again. I'm afraid that my ASD is becoming PTSD.

My first appointment with my new counselor isn't until next week, so in the mean time, I've decided to research online support groups like this one. As a counseling major, I know the importance of social support :)

 

[EveHarrington]

Welcome to the forum!

I think you'll find this to be a very supportive place.

I'm glad you're being proactive with your treatment as getting help sooner rather than later is optimal.

I'll be sending you positive thoughts so this hopefully doesn't progress to PTSD.

:)

:hug:

 

[Amethyst]

Welcome to the forum!

I think you'll find this to be a very supportive place.

Thank you!

 

[EveHarrington]

You're welcome!

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. It can be daunting learning how to navigate a new site.

There's also a chat room but it's pretty empty now I believe. I'm not sure which times of day are busier as this is a worldwide forum. You can go there to just chit chat and distract, or ask questions about PTSD (although you'll probably get better feedback if you post a thread in the forum.) This time of night is a bit quiet though....sometimes it takes some time to get responses to threads (I just don't want you to feel ignored----it's happened to me and many others).

I think those are the basics. Lol. Sorry, I don't mean to overrun your intro thread! :hug:

 

[Friday]

Welcome to the community. Sorry you're here, but glad you found us :)

The PTSD Cup - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Explained <<< One of the most useful things, ever, IMO.

 

[pixel]

Hello @Amethyst and welcome aboard :)

Thanks for sharing a bit about yourself, you've found an excellent resource to obtain support.

Hope to see you around!

 

[Amethyst]

Thanks @Friday and @pixel!