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[Greeneyes22]

Hello. Just joined. I'm very clear that I am more comfortable among fellow PTSD and cPTSD sufferers. Not a club any of us want to belong to. I am not a Vet or a classically indentified cPTSD patient and have found that to be challenging and isolating. I'm also surprised that people will inappropriately ask me why I have PTSD - does that happen a lot to others? It's private! Your thoughts? Hope you are having a good day.

 

[Abstract]

Hi and welcome here. I'm sure you will find it supportive and informative. Yes I think its really common. I have only recently told one friend and its the first thing she said in response. I suppose its normal maybe as they wont understand avoidance and triggers so wouldn't realise what a minefield it is for us. You would think they would step a little carefully regardless though.

 

[Greeneyes22]

Hi and welcome here. I'm sure you will find it supportive and informative. Yes I think its really commo...

Thank you. I guess more education to build understanding and sensitivity.

 

[EveHarrington]

Welcome! :)

 

[Amethyst]

Hello! I'm new here as well.

That happens to me sometimes. I'm not very open about my mental health issues outside of my own blog, but even in spaces that are meant to be supportive, people will question why I have PTSD symptoms because I'm young. Outside of the internet, people typically know about my trauma because it was a very public event, which is both a blessing and a curse.

 

[bluepassport]

Hello. Just joined. I'm very clear that I am more comfortable among fellow PTSD and cPTSD sufferer...

Hello Greeneyes22.

I just joined, too. Thank you for asking this question. I find that people are inherently curious and genuinely want to know about PTSD and associated disorders, but you are right - it is incredibly personal. For many who suffer from it (diagnosed or not), it takes a lot to trust people and sharing something so personal doesn't come easily. In my own personal experience, when I have opened up to those I trust, there seems to be an awful lot of judgement, too. So I find myself isolating myself and being super selective on what details I share.

That's why I ended up here. I'm finding it more supportive and comfortable being among others who are in the process of trying to find help and are in the process of healing.

Sending you comfort.

 

[selfcompassion]

As a nurse, I educate. I tell my story, andeven among other RNs, there is judgement. I simply always add to my story, unless you have experienced what I have or are a shrink, you won't get it....period. My acceptance and understanding is what matters. my ability to radically accept what I endured, and taking complete accountibilty for my healing was key.... realizing just how often I was disassociating from my feelings or avoiding them, and not doing this was awful but freeing.

 

[RavenGirl]

I can only speak for myself, but pretty much everyone I've told has been pretty supportive. The person who made the worst comment in my eyes was my father, who stated " what, you weren't in the service." My answer to him was , "No I wasn't, mine is from childhood trauma. From the 5years of psychological, physical, and sexual abuse from my brothers." I then proceeded to tell him my story. He Apologized, and now understands why I have PTSD. I sent him an article to read about PTSD and how people can get it too.

Others only know I have PTSD if I choose to tell them, so they are people I am VERY close to; they have been very understanding and supportive. I did have to tell my boss at work and almost had a panic attack, but it went well and he now understands why I can't work with kids who get to physical with us. I hope it gets better for you as you get more comfortable with your diagnoses.

Welcome to the forum, I'm glad you found us as people here are very understanding and supportive.:) But, I'm sorry you have to be here as it means you too suffer from trauma. Welcome again, I do hope you find what you need to help you in your road to recovery. :hug::hug: