Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Support Group

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Hi guys- new and struggling

CFSWarrior
CFSWarrior
Hey guys, I'm a 29/M/Australia, I'm struggling with PTSD.

I've only really noticed, or should I say acknowledged it over the past couple of years.

I'm struggling with the sudden outbursts of anger and bitterness I feel, the extreme resentment. I never thought I'd do this, but I literally talk to myself out loud, scream a bit, point my finger and have an outburst, in front of nobody.... I used to think that's what crazy people do....


I'm scared of feeling this way for the rest of my life.


Sorry, I just wanted to finally share my story with someone.

Thanks for listening.
bluedragon41
bluedragon41
Hey, welcome to here.
LeoX3
LeoX3
Hi, and welcome:-)
I'll be first to ask if you've had a review of any meds you're taking for side effects in case they increase things like anxiety, etc. and if you're able to go to counseling. I'm not a huge believer in Therapy Cures All, but a good therapist qualified to screen for and treat anxiety disorders like PTSD is *invaluable* IMHO.

Feel free to share what you want, as you want, when you can, as you can, and welcome to the group.

Leo
donnawanda
donnawanda
Hi. A warm welcome to you.
violetwallflower532
violetwallflower532
Hi, welcome to the group. I hope you find the comfort and help you deserve. We're all here to listen.
yadlim
yadlim
I have read that taking out emotions on a pillow is a great way to get them out safely. If you keep them tucked up inside, they will eat you alive.

This is a safe place where we all understand, at least somewhat, and thus a good safe place to vent off that steam where it will not hurt you or anyone else. We are always ready to read and offer up virtual hugs...

Yadlim and my Misha
jewells1
jewells1
I actually find that a resourceful way of working out the emotions. It hurts no one, you confront what you want to change in an active way....I don't always do it alone, sometimes Gertie will spit it out in the company of others...usually with strange or consoling reactions on their part. But it is freeing to be done and heard if only to yourself.
Welcome.
Jewells
LeoX3
LeoX3
My chosen Shout It Out method lately is play-doh. But I have a special pillow just for icking the crap outta. Muchless unnerving for my hubby than my old knife-throwing hobby. (For obvious reasons!)
CFSWarrior
CFSWarrior
Thanks guys, it's nice to hear that I'm not the only one who is going through these emotions.

Love to you all.
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