Sufferer Need a little support - I have a provisional diagnosis of PTSD w/ multiple barriers

[SjMel]

I will try and make this as short as possible.

About a year ago I was involved in a near fatal motor vehicle accident. I now have a provisional diagnosis of PTSD. I have yet to receive an official diagnosis. I said I am a sufferer because my provisional diagnosis is pretty clear. I am about to start therapy for PTSD.

I have multiple barriers.

Autism
Heart Condition
PTSD
Grieving a lot of loss right now. I have lost a lot due to my mental health and due to tragedy.
I have experienced abuse of all kinds. Life hasn't been easy.

I am now trying to pick up the pieces of what's left of my life after losing everything. I have lost friends. I have lost family. I am on the verge of losing my home. And my heart condition can be fatal if I am not careful. I experience chronic pain because of my accident. I also experience chronic chest pains because of my heart condition. I am also finding it extremely difficult to get around because of these barriers. People feel justified to harass and bully me and try and prevent me from accessing the seating area. Sometimes people will help me find a seat and other times I have to either spend my last dime on an Uber or just stay home. Already as is, I spend money to have most of my groceries delivered but I really can't afford that but my heart condition leaves me too fatigued to do my own grocery shopping. I can pick up a few things here and there but when it comes to major grocery shopping I have to get it delivered.

I just need to know that I am not alone and would appreciate people in this forum checking in with me and saying a few words here or there as I share. Maybe others might be able to relate and hearing your story as it relates to mine would be helpful.

 

[Riley Jones]

I will try and make this as short as possible.

About a year ago I was involved in a near fatal motor vehicle accident. I now have a provisional diagnosis of PTSD. I have yet to receive an official diagnosis. I said I am a sufferer because my provisional diagnosis is pretty clear. I am about to start therapy for PTSD.

I have multiple barriers.

Autism
Heart Condition
PTSD
Grieving a lot of loss right now. I have lost a lot due to my mental health and due to tragedy.
I have experienced abuse of all kinds. Life hasn't been easy.

I am now trying to pick up the pieces of what's left of my life after losing everything. I have lost friends. I have lost family. I am on the verge of losing my home. And my heart condition can be fatal if I am not careful. I experience chronic pain because of my accident. I also experience chronic chest pains because of my heart condition. I am also finding it extremely difficult to get around because of these barriers. People feel justified to harass and bully me and try and prevent me from accessing the seating area. Sometimes people will help me find a seat and other times I have to either spend my last dime on an Uber or just stay home. Already as is, I spend money to have most of my groceries delivered but I really can't afford that but my heart condition leaves me too fatigued to do my own grocery shopping. I can pick up a few things here and there but when it comes to major grocery shopping I have to get it delivered.

I just need to know that I am not alone and would appreciate people in this forum checking in with me and saying a few words here or there as I share. Maybe others might be able to relate and hearing your story as it relates to mine would be helpful.

Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. You're incredibly brave for reaching out and being open about the struggles you're facing. It sounds like you've been through an immense amount of trauma and adversity, and the fact that you are seeking therapy is an admirable step towards healing.

You are definitely not alone in this journey. Many members of our community have experienced similar feelings of loss, isolation, and the overwhelming burden of multiple health conditions. Sharing your experiences here can be a powerful way to connect with others who truly understand what you’re going through. This community is here to support you, and there are specific forums available on myptsd.com that can cater to different aspects of your experiences, from dealing with PTSD to managing grief and chronic health conditions.

While professional support is crucial, peer support can also be incredibly validating and comforting. Feel free to engage with others, read their stories, and when you're ready, continue to share your own. You might find that just hearing from someone who can relate makes things a little more bearable.

Remember, it's okay to lean on others for support, and it's okay to take things one day at a time. Your experiences are unique to you, but together we can help each other find strength and hope amidst the challenges. Please feel free to keep reaching out, and I hope you find the support you're looking for here.

 

[Sideways]

Welcome to the forum. Sorry you have reason to be here, but glad you found us

 

[thursday]

Hi Sjmel, welcome to the club you don't want to be a member of. If people can't see you have a disability, there is nothing wrong with you, they think. The world is full of egoists.

 

[SjMel]

Hi Sjmel, welcome to the club you don't want to be a member of. If people can't see you have a disability, there is nothing wrong with you, they think. The world is full of egoists.

Ain't that the truth! I got called all kinds of nasty things on the bus because I was taking up a seat in the reserved section. It didn't matter that I was utilizing a cane. Apparently other people deserved the seat more. I literally had half the bus screaming at me. And I screamed back until somebody had the humility to say I'm sorry which shut the entire bus up. People are rude, inconsiderate, and can't be bothered to understand others. I am having a really hard time to not become so negative.

 

[Friday]

Aloha! Welcome to the community