New Dx After 15 Years Gad. Multiple Traumatic Events In Childhood.

[Scaredy Cat]

Phew! Well, that's the title out of the way!

My avatar says it all really, I live my life scared out of my wits! Recently diagnosed with PTSD and have started some EMDR with CBT. Talking therapies are good, it's about time I got it all off my chest, or out of my mind. I grew up with my Mum being a very unstable Paranoid Schizoprhenic, and my Dad being a neglectful parent. That led to some scary stuff!!

Really glad I came across this forum. I really thought I was alone in some of my symptoms!

I'm sure I'll get over my shyness with y'all soon! :tdown:

 

[intothelight]

Hi Scaredy Cat,

Welcome to the PTSD Forum. You have completed one of the most challenging steps and that is making your introductory post. It is funny when you first come across this forum, and the amount of relief that comes from knowing you are not alone in this. The support of the members here makes one feel less alone and is invaluable in healing.

Take care and post when you are comfortable.

Debbie

 

[Sandra]

Welcome to the forum.

 

[PTSD sufferer]

Hi Scaredy Cat,

Welcome to the forum. You will find much support and information here. I've been through EMDR and CBT within my therapy and it has really helped me. Glad you are getting some good help. You are not alone :) xxoo

 

[pi314159]

You're stronger than you think. You have reached out for help.

There is a lot of support on this forum. I hope you find comfort and friendship here.

 

[Srain]

Welcome to the Forum, ScaredlyCat,

I've had my diagnosis change a few times but once I accepted that PTSD was bigger than I had first thought and received more information on it, I began to understand exactly what it was I was dealing with. It's not unusual to be misdiagnosed at first. I'm glad you found your way here and I hope you take advantage of all the great things available on this time.

Peace,
Rain

 

[Lionheart]

Welcome Scaredy Cat,

Congratulations on starting therapy and finding your way to this forum.....those are two huge steps in the right direction!!! I wish you comfort, peace, and success as you move through your healing journey!!!

LH

 

[Sterre]

Welcome Scaredy Cat!