Sufferer New, Nervous And Not Sure Where To Start. Ptsd From An Abusive Childhood

[Islandtyger]

I am not new to PTSD, though I wish I were. Mine is from an abusive childhood and my parent cannot stop attacking me.

I have since cut all communication with the parent, but realizing what has been wrong with me all these years and having re-lived it recently due to economic circumstances has been more than I can bear.

I don't even know where to start. Just signed up for local indigent mental health care. I am so very scared.

 

[franciemarnie]

Welcome Islandtyger. This is a great place for healing, sharing, learning and support. You are not alone.

 

[intothelight]

Hi Islandtyger,

Welcome to MyPTSD! :)

You made some great starts with signing up for mental health services and joining this forum. There is a lot of information on this site and the support of the other members is really beneficial as you work on healing.

Wishing you the best.

Debbie

 

[Artfulone]

Welcome to the forum and good luck.

 

[Raj]

I am glad that you are here and hope you feel welcome! Thank you for seeking help and taking care of your needs, I truly know how hard that first step can be!

 

[Abstract]

Welcome here and I hope you find much support. :)

 

[WillyKat]

I have since cut all communication with the parent....

As hard as it may be, that's a good healthy step.

...realizing what has been wrong with me all these years...

One big step in dealing with PTSD is understanding that you didn't do anything wrong, so there isn't anything "wrong with" you; you were victimized, but you didn't participate in your victimization. You will learn that you were a victim and now you've taken the first steps to becoming a survivor. There will be many challenges, projects to work on, obstacles to overcome. But there isn't anything intrinsically wrong with you.

It's important to recognize that you have value as a human being, that you deserve a fulfilling life.

We're here to support you in your journey. Welcome to the forum!

 

[wicked child]

I have since cut all communication with the parent

A very wise move. Welcome little one. [[[[[[[[[[[[[[[Islandtyger]]]]]]]]]]]]]]]]]