This Is Me

[the1niteowl]

Greetings to All,

I am a 42 yr old female, mother of 3, married twice, divorced once, and debating to do it again.
I am currently on SSI, I feel alone with my PTSD, as I cannot talk to my current husband about it. the one time I did try and talk to him about the nightmares I was having I get from him, " why do I have to fight with ghosts" like he has to. I am scared, lost, and do not know which way is up.

I am hoping for advice and guidence and some one to talk to.

this is me

 

[Queen Boudica]

(((((((((((the1niteowl)))))))))))))))

Welcome.

Me too, 3 kids, just separted from my H. Lots of us here. You are not alone. And there are plenty of people to talk to and find advice and guidance.

I hope this forum calms your fears, and helps you find your way so you know which way is up.

 

[PTSD sufferer]

Hi Niteowl,

Welcome to the forum, you will find much love and support here.

Not only do we need to deal with the traumas and the side effects, we sometimes have the responsibility of educating our carers. Often it is hard for our loved ones to hear about trauma, especially trauma that has affected the lives of the one they love.

My hubby initially said to me 'just get over it, it's in the past, move on'. Now that's not so simple as PTSD makes it real right now, re re-live it through flashbacks. He eventually learnt that I needed support to get better, and boy is he doing that now!!! With time, I hope your hubby will understand (just like mine did).

If you feel comfortable, print out some of the relevant information for him to read - about PTSD and the carers sections - associated with this forum. You might even like to encourage him to join as a carer one day...there are some amazing carers here full of helpful advice, understanding and great insight!!

We are here for you, xxoo

 

[Nighthawk]

Welcome to the forum:)

 

[BigBear]

We sometimes have the responsibility of educating our carers. Often it is hard for our loved ones to hear about trauma, especially trauma that has affected the lives of the one they love...

If you feel comfortable, print out some of the relevant information for him to read - about PTSD and the carers sections - associated with this forum. You might even like to encourage him to join as a carer one day...

I know that you hurt. You probably also often feel guilty for involving him (your husband) in your mess. Well, that's not fair. He now has a responsibility to you. Yes, help him to understand, but also know that it is his responsibility to understand. We'd love to have him here to support as we are glad that you are here to support!

Bear

 

[pi314159]

Welcome to the forum. I'm really sorry your current husband isn't supportive. I hope you can find comfort and support on this forum :)