Sufferer ptsd from child abuse, needed a healthy outlet

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hello, i'm ry. i found this forum on google when looking for a ptsd forum, initially just to browse through. i then realised it would probably be good for me to sign up. i've never used a forum like this before so you'll have to forgive me if i get things wrong. i made an account because i tried to get help/therapy for the third time earlier this year and as yet have heard no response other than a blanket 'you have ptsd' diagnosis, so i need to have a healthy outlet.

i had an alcoholic mother who was neglectful and mentally abusive for my entire childhood and who i have not spoken to for i believe four years now. as a result of the trauma i have nightmares frequently, struggle a lot with disassociation and memory loss and self destructive tendencies. i think what i'm mostly looking for is to record how i'm feeling (because i forget so much) but maybe also if anyone reads what i'm going through and has any coping tips for me that would be a great help also since i havent had a chance at therapy yet.

thanks for reading, you'll hear more from me around the site ✌

 

[Kintsugi]

Welcome to the forum, Ry. I hope you find this a helpful resource.

That’s awful about your experience with therapy. You deserve ongoing support, not simply a Dx. Have you tried searching for therapists who specialize in trauma and PTSD? Or maybe there’s a type of therapy you’re interested in, like CBT/DBT or EMDR, etc., that you could specifically pursue?

I wish you all the best.

 

[ladee]

Welcome! Glad you found us!! And great to read we will see you around. This is a very wonderful place to come to, talk and share, get support and feedback if you want it.

I understand about having trouble finding a professional, but this works in the interim..Some very caring and hard working folks here, setting great examples of how this is done... glad you are here.. be seeing you around.

 

[DharmaGirl]

Welcome! This is a great place to learn coping skills, being in the present, and healing. I hope you visit the forums often and find what you are looking for.

 

[Abstract]

Welcome here. :)

I'm sure you will find a lot of the things you mention here. Loads of sharing what works for people and doesn't as well as coping infirmation. The articles are a great source of info too. This is usually a good place to start
The ptsd cup explanation

 

[UnKnown-Self]

Welcome!