Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Support Group

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HOW DO YOU STAR OVER

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THIS WILL BE VERY HARD FOR ME TO WRITE.I WAS SHOT AT MY KIDS WERE SCARED.THEY WATCHED AS THE MAN WHO IS ALSO THIER DAD HURT ME.I WAS HIT IN MY BACK BY ONE OF THESE SHOTS.I HAVE NO FEELING IN MY LEGS.HE TRIED TO RAPE MY KIDS ALSO BUT A NEIGHTBOR HEARD MY KIDS SCREAMING AND CALLED THE POLICE.THIS ALL HAPPENED 1 YEAR AGO.
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My heart hurts for you but you did such a good job getting the words out. It is very hard to tell your story, I know this from my own experience. You are obviously a very strong woman and your kids will take after your example but now that you are living in a safe place I say the next best move would be family counseling for you 3. Message me anytime, I can always listen even if I don't have the right advice.
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im so sorry you had to go through that. its awful. we are here for you when ever you need a ear to listen. take care
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I know it must be very difficult for you at this time. I will keep you in my thoughts and Prayers. And I am here if you need to talk. And Welcome to DS. There are so many wonderful people here to help you when you need it.
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I'm sorry you and your kids went through this. And you HAVE started, you told your story. That's the begining. Now you need to get counseling and get help to deal with what you went through. It takes a strong person to talk about what happened. So stay strong for yourself and for your kids.
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All you can do is take the next step. Once you are there then worry about the next.

I would call a counselor. That would be my first step.
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You are going through so much. I'm so sorry you were shot and assaulted by this man. And I'm so sorry the kids were involved. Thank God for the neighbor who heard them screaming and I'm glad the children were able to scream. I would recommend counseling for and the kids. If not I hope there are caring compassionate people in your life that you can talk with and heal. Your trauma is still new and will take some time to heal. But talking about it like you are here will help. I know it is scarey to reach out, but it sure is better than holding it all in. Again, I'm sorry for your trauma. I wish you well.
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First you must have safety for you and your children. Don't disconnect from them even if its only hugs or crying together. Tell them you love them over and over again. Decide to be a survivor and not a victim. You are one of life's real heroes to survive this and to be able to reach out for help. Love and hugs.
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