Sufferer New To Forum, Diagnosed In January.

[Kimberlyp]

Hello,
I was just diagnosed in January and I can see by skimming through the posts that I have a lot to learn. I had a terrible childhood and have had health issues my whole life. (arthritis, fibromyalgia, anxiety disorder) I don't think I really accepted this PTSD diagnosis until a few weeks ago when I started reading about the symptoms. I am 45 and just thought I couldn't have childhood issues still affecting me. I have been happily married, raised three children (youngest in first year of college) without many problems and now that they're grown and I am older nightmares and fears begin. I have had flashbacks, panic attacks, times when I just zone out. It goes on and on.

Well, I am determined to deal with this and am happy I found this forum and see that I am not alone at all. I have a lot of reading and catching up to do.

 

[Lady of Longbourn]

Welcome to the forum. :)

Glad you found us! There are a lot of supportive and understanding people here. And lots of information to read about.

Start with the 'sticky' threads ( they have red pins next to them). Those have always been the most helpful to me in my journey to recovery.

Take care of yourself and have a good day. :)

 

[Zef]

Kimberly,
Your post sounds a lot like my situation. Hope you find the forum to be as supportive and awesome as I have.

Welcome.

 

[Deleted member 12723]

Hi and welcome:)

This is a good place to come and get it out. Lots of helpful people who understand and you won't have to explain yourself. It will get better and you will learn how to manage symptoms. It is nice to meet you. Take care.

 

[evergreen]

Hi Kimberly :)

PTSD is so tricky. It really is amazing how our bodies and minds learn to cope with things. It certainly IS possible for childhood traumas to still effect you or effect you later in life. Go easy on yourself. I wish you great healing!