Spiritx, you are right. Someone with PTSD is not always on the "needy" end. And you are able to be the supportive one for others. My DH has been there for me, and continues to be there for me. There are times when I've needed him and he's not been able to deal with it because of where he is with his PTSD. But NO ONE is perfect, NO ONE is always able to be the strong one. With or without PTSD, everyone has their weaker moments. That is why there are friends.

And ... friends should be friends on the good days too, so the friendship is not based on crisis support. Give him a ring because the sun is shining, the birds are singing, and it feels amazingly good just to be alive - give him a ring on the good days, to share that too. ;)

Hugs,

Cowgirl