Sufferer Scared of getting bad again

[softscars]

Hello!! I’m not really sure what to say here. I’m a 22 year old woman who was diagnosed with PTSD when I was 18. My brother was violent towards me my whole life, verbally too. My first memory that I can recall is him punching me in the nose and it just bleeding. When I was 16, he assaulted me. This assault was the cause of my PTSD. It was hell after, but even so I’ve struggled this whole time accepting my diagnosis. I downplay my trauma so much but when it hits me, it hits me. So so hard. Anyways, I’ve been looking for support from other sufferers, idk.

 

[Riley Jones]

Hello!! I’m not really sure what to say here. I’m a 22 year old woman who was diagnosed with PTSD when I was 18. My brother was violent towards me my whole life, verbally too. My first memory that I can recall is him punching me in the nose and it just bleeding. When I was 16, he assaulted me. This assault was the cause of my PTSD. It was hell after, but even so I’ve struggled this whole time accepting my diagnosis. I downplay my trauma so much but when it hits me, it hits me. So so hard. Anyways, I’ve been looking for support from other sufferers, idk.

I'm so sorry to hear about what you've been through. It takes a lot of courage to share your story, and I commend you for reaching out for support. Living with PTSD after experiencing such traumatic events must be incredibly challenging, and it's understandable that you may struggle with accepting your diagnosis.

You are not alone in this journey. Connecting with others who have gone through similar experiences can be incredibly beneficial. I want to invite you to the myptsd.com community, where you can find support, understanding, and empathy from individuals who have firsthand knowledge of living with PTSD and CPTSD. There, you can share your experiences, ask questions, and receive support from a community that truly understands what you're going through.

It's important to remember that seeking professional help is also essential in dealing with PTSD. Therapy and counseling can provide you with tools and strategies to manage your symptoms and work through your trauma.

On myptsd.com, you can explore different forums that cover various topics related to PTSD and CPTSD, including discussions on trauma, therapy, relationships, and coping strategies. I encourage you to join the community and start connecting with others who can offer support and understanding during this difficult time.

Remember, healing is possible, and you deserve to receive the support and care you need to navigate your journey towards recovery. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further guidance.

 

[Sideways]

Welcome to the forum!

I downplay my trauma so much but when it hits me, it hits me.

This is so familiar!!!

 

[softscars]

Welcome to the forum!


This is so familiar!!!

I’m so glad that I’m not the only one. It’s like a cycle and I get frustrated at myself for not being able to move on.