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09-03-2008, 08:06 AM
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| |  Another Person With Some Variety of PTSD
Hello everyone,
I'm never quite sure what to say about my situation. I have multiple incidents of various levels of trauma that involve sexual violence of different forms - all experienced as an adult. I sought help mainly because I was having strange and frightening responses within a relationship.
My main symptoms have been anxiety, very frequent dissociation, shaking, occasional nightmares and flashbacks, memory gaps, shaking in my sleep, trouble concentrating, forgetfulness, and 'daydreams' of violent acts against me, by others or myself. My life is currently a weird paradox, as the rest of my life is wonderful I have a good relationship with my family, enjoy my work (when I can do it), have a great partner, and supportive friends. I adore my life I just wish I could play a more active role in it and feel more 'present'.
I saw a counsellor for a while about a year ago, who seemed to think I was okay. Things got a bit better, then worse again and I went to the doctor. I've now been seeing a psychiatrist for a few months. I'm trying to recover without drugs for the most part. I sometimes wonder if this will ever be over. I think my body is massively over reacting and I should just get over this - though I realise this isn't a necessarily helpful approach.
So far the following acronyms/terms have been tossed in my general direction: Complex PTSD, DESNOS, DDNOS, Panic Disorder. I don't particularly care what it's called I'd just like to get better.
It's a pleasure to meet all of you.  |
10-03-2008, 02:57 PM
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welcome to the forum |
10-03-2008, 06:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Auburngirl  So far the following acronyms/terms have been tossed in my general direction: Complex PTSD, DESNOS, DDNOS, Panic Disorder. I don't particularly care what it's called I'd just like to get better. | I think it's great you're not getting caught up in the labels... Welcome to the forum! |
10-03-2008, 08:27 PM
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Welcome to the forum.  |
11-03-2008, 07:23 AM
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thanks for the welcome! |
11-03-2008, 10:11 AM
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Hi. Welcome to the forum. |
11-03-2008, 01:08 PM
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Welcome to the forum. There is a lot of great information here. |
12-03-2008, 02:54 AM
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I've tried a few times to post a thank-you for welcoming me, but it doesn't seem to have worked, let me try again!
Thanks for being so welcoming. This is a frightening voyage and it helps to have company! |
16-03-2008, 03:34 AM
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hi Auburngirl. I'm confused, too | | Thread Tools | | | | Display Modes |  Linear Mode | 
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