Sufferer Severe Chronic Ptsd. Odd One Out.

[KP the nut]

Hi and welcome to the forum.

 

[darrenS]

Welcome - many of us have the same problem with phsycomeds, and many dont. I understand your feelings about marijuana , i have smoked for many mnay years and always thought of giving it up, but each time i did and after a period of time , the stress became unbearable. I still smoke and you do have to be careful , too much of any drug will cause problems , and marijuana is no different - just be kind to yourself and be aware of your usage.

 

[joeylittle]

Welcome to the forum, @crazynotstupid. I really like your user name :)

 

[AmBitchie]

Don't feel too guilty about using marijuana to cope with things. It sounds like you've been through hell and people do all sorts of things under stress that they normally wouldn't do otherwise, and turning to something like pot is a completely normal response to a traumatic situation -- even if you've never touched the stuff before. When I started showing symptoms of PTSD, I popped pills like they were candy despite my strong aversion towards alcohol and any type of drug. I don't do that anymore, but it was strangely out of character and something I wouldn't have done under different circumstances.

 

[DharmaGirl]

I have legal MJ, and I find it really helps with my PTSD symptoms. I was totally against it for a long time, but I was at my wits end. Now I think everyone should have access if they want. I can't use it anymore since I take chronic pain meds.