Hello, I am here because I have been a bit confused and have been looking for answers. I don't usually care much for forums so this is a tad awkward for me. To say a bit about myself; I am 27 years old and a daughter, sister, wife, friend, and medical student. I am generally a happy person who enjoys exploring what life has to offer.

As to why I am here... around 10 years ago some things happened in my life and since then I have been prone to moments of irrational fear during which my heart rate increases, I feel hot and sweaty, and I want to break stuff or hit people for no good reason! I am NOT a violent person by nature (I went into medicine so I could stop pain, not cause it) and so this can be quite distressing when it happens. From what I've read, this sounds like it could be PTSD. I've never had a diagnosis, but I'm wondering if I should speak to a counselor about it and if so what would I even say?!

For the most part, the folks closest to me are understanding. Some have a little trouble with it (the person says he understands and usually does but occasionally we get into a fight because he thinks I'm accusing him of things).

That said, I'll browse around here and try to get to know you folks. :)