Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Support Group

Find support with others who have gone through a traumatic experience. Whether you have chronic or acute PTSD, we are here for you.

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FindingKatB 03/15/2013

Never in my entire life have I been so confused and lost.

I am so grateful for the attorney I've been assigned to. He's kept me updated with everything. Just today, I was informed about the charges being presented on Monday. Not only were questions about my treatment I've done but past incidents and how I got to acquire ptsd as well.

Started my treatment at an outpatient mental health clinic over a week ago. Therapist is well associated with ptsd/depression. Its just the beginning of everything.

So much pain. Physically and emotionally. God has brought me to the point of exhaustion.

All things start slow, but this is a bumpy start.

Psalm 71:10

deleted_user 03/15/2013

Trauma is a bumpy business, especially when you need to interact with the legal system- it just puts a lot more on your plate.

Having been there, with the legal deposition stuff and all that, my view point is just hang tight and rely on your lawyer and therapeutic team. Also if questioning makes you emotional, go ahead and let it show. After all part of this is about your lasting trauma not just the crime per se.(No acting out but showing emotion is fine).

Please know it is OK to be confused at this point, there would be something off if you weren't really. You have no background to prepare you for dealing with any of this It is just learn as you go.

But one thing that shows here on DS about you is how strong you are. Underneath all the confusion and anger, hurt and frustration is one determined person more than capable of seeing things through.

You have people to help you - let them. And all of us here will be cheering you on.

mujicaptsd 03/15/2013

It's ok. The beginning of my recovery from PTSD had overlap with court appearances, too, back in 1985. It's bewildering to have so many things going on at first, but I came out of it stronger and wiser as the years went by. Baby steps, but you get there. Keep on going. It is a beginning, and many people never even get to that starting place.

deleted_user 03/15/2013

glad you are getting help ,, Legalities drain and add extra stress to a person suffering from ptsd , been there and I empathize, keep sharing take time to nurture yourself even if a hot bath,, cup of tea,,, you are not alone ,, peace warrior

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