Welcome to the forum, lovely to have you. To answer your question, yes there are a few spouses of soldiers here, also spouses and other family members of veterans. I am from a military family myself. My husband and four of my sons have all served; one of my sons is in Afghanistan at the moment. Some also have spouses or boyfriends who have been to Iraq or are currently serving in Iraq.
I must caution though, do not fall into the trap of only looking for others who share your exact experience. You may have noticed that upon this forum, there are no categories for different types of trauma, i.e., combat, rape, and so on. There is an important reason for this. To use myself as an example, I have derived just as much support and understanding from non-military individuals as I have from those with military experience. When it boils down to it, it matters not how we or our loved ones acquired PTSD.
I am sorry for your current pain, it sounds all too familiar. Many including myself relate to the emotional rollercoaster! If your husband does have PTSD, he truly needs to be evaluated and treated. The first step would be to receive an official diagnosis. Unfortunately it must be his decision, you may support him in it however he has to want help.
I suggest that, to begin with, you read here and learn as much about PTSD as your are able. Knowledge is power in dealing this illness. Also please take care of yourself and your precious child. If your husband starts to mistreat you or your little one, please do not put up with it. Your happiness is also important.
Take care, and please continue to post and ask questions. |