Sufferer Ptsd - underwater recovery & childhood trauma, looking for help coping

[scubarr]

I'm a recreational scuba instructor, did a body recovery in 2014, among other childhood related issues. I've been kept up a lot of nights, addiction issues. The nightmares and flashbacks have gone away a bit since I've started prescription meds, seems like other things have surfaced, anxiety attacks, dissociation.
Just want some one to chat with, maybe someone can help

 

[EveHarrington]

Welcome! :)

 

[New]

@scubarr welcome! You have come to the right place and will learn so much.

I dissociate a lot as well. I wish I could stay that way to not feel. What happens when you dissociate?

Have you seen a therapist? My therapist is the one who told me I dissociate.

Glad the meds are working somewhat for you.

You are not alone. Continue reaching out and reading the forums. One of the best articles I have read is about PTSD Cup. Have you seen it?

 

[Justmehere]

Welcome to the forums!

 

[New]

https://www.myptsd.com/threads/the-ptsd-cup-explanation.83659/

Here is the article I was referencing.

 

[Deleted member 44240]

Welcome @scubarr,

I wish you the best with everything. I’m sure you’ll gain as much as you can being here on this forum. There are a lot of ensightful and knowledgeable people here both sufferers and supporters.

 

[RoadtoHappy]

Welcome Scubarr,

I joined this forum about 2 months ago and it has really had a very positive affect for me. So many great people that understand and experience what I go through. It’s very empowering.

I wish you the best of luck and welcome.

 

[Deleted member 28403]

Welcome :hug:

There is plenty of us here, so you should be able to find someone, just look around :)

 

[scubarr]

Thanks all!