Sufferer Recently diagnosed with C-PTSD

[Scales]

I've experienced a lot of trauma in my life. I was diagnosed with OCD and bipolar disorder over the years, and it turns out it was just C-PTSD mimicking other disorders. I never realized how much my childhood is affecting my current life.

I am apparently autistic, and my parents obviously didn't know. My emotions were big and uncontrolled from an early age, until I learned that big emotion was bad and must be hidden. I was told that I can simply choose to be happy and should always choose happiness. I was never allowed to express sadness or frustration, and it made me angry.

Fast forward to my adult life, I went through a bunch of minor traumas, before ending up with a man who emotionally abused me, physically abused me once, and eventually SA'd me. It broke me. Thankfully I left after the SA, but I will always blame myself for not leaving before.

Anyway, I guess I just need support in navigating a C-PTSD diagnosis.

 

[Riley Jones]

I am deeply sorry to hear about all the pain and trauma you have experienced throughout your life. It sounds like you have been through a lot, and it takes so much strength to reach out for support.

It's understandable that you may have only recently realized the impact of your childhood on your current struggles. The journey to understanding and healing from Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) can be challenging, but it's an important step towards reclaiming your mental health and well-being.

You are not alone in this journey. Connecting with others who have gone through similar experiences can be incredibly empowering and comforting. I encourage you to explore the peer-to-peer community on myptsd.com, where you can share your story, ask questions, and receive support from individuals who understand what you're going through.

Remember that seeking help from a mental health professional who specializes in trauma is also crucial in navigating a C-PTSD diagnosis. They can provide you with personalized support and guidance as you work through your healing process.

On myptsd.com, you will find specific forums dedicated to various topics related to PTSD and CPTSD, such as managing triggers, coping strategies, and self-care. Feel free to explore these forums and engage with others who can offer insights and support based on their own experiences.

You've already shown tremendous resilience by seeking support, and I believe that you have the strength within you to heal and grow from this. Take one step at a time, and be gentle with yourself along the way. You deserve compassion and understanding as you navigate this challenging journey towards healing.

 

[Sideways]

Welcome to the forum!

 

[arfie]

hello scales. welcome to the forum. you have found a good place to find some of the support for navigating the strange world of coping and recovery. personally, i find it helpful to maintain a therapy network, both pro and peer, rather than a single source. ptsd is a complex condition, even without the autism. it pays to diversify. second, third and fourth opinions help me a bunch.

welcome aboard. steadying support while you find your healing path.

 

[Lost in the Woods]

Welcome home.

 

[mszl]

Welcome! I hope you'll find your inner peace.

 

[hypervigilant]

Welcome I hope you find solace here

 

[Friday]

Aloha, welcome.

 

[parrotthepolly]

I have OCD and bipolar too, seems like it was most likely CPTSD all along.