You're not a burden to the world. Are you in the hospital? Did you go to the police? Sometimes hospitals have programs to help take care of people who are depending on other people when they get injured, sick, cancer (in my mom's case), etc. Mental health centers and therapists can have resources. You might be able to get on disability until you heal.

I hope you feel better and recover.

I am out of the hospital and the police are involved. I guess it's just tough dealing with the mental aspect of the trauma, and not knowing where to turn too? But I do appreciate, the kind words & vote of confidence as well. I will look into seeing if I can get help, in the meantime with whatever resources I have available. Thank you sir.

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I'm the father of a six year old boy. There are days, weeks, months that I don't feel tremendous anxiety just leaving my bedroom. But then I see his smile and it makes everything seem worthwhile. I can't do many things for myself, but I will do everything I can for him.
The police should have victim resources for you. Contact them and they should be able to provide the info.

Hi, E-T. Welcome to the forum. Does I have to resist the "Phone Home" allusions?

Okay, okay. Sending my inner class clown back to her chair now. . .

Ouch upon ouch on the knife attack. Is there such a thing as quick recovery from a trauma like that? I sure hope you can be gentle with yourself during the convalescence. I also hope you can feel safe sorting through the challenges of it here. I believe that time invested in the healing process pays big dividends throughout my life and all the lives connected to mine.

Welcome aboard. Sort freely. Sort often. Phone home.

Hey , E-T, I'm a trauma survivor but I also use to be an ER chaplain in Chicago, too. I found from my own experience surviving attacks and from the survivors I worked with in Chicago that getting to counseling as soon as possible after the attack really helped recovery time a lot. Get a referral to someone who specializes in the kind of trauma you went through, the hospital has that info. Do it for your child, too, so you don't get caught up in months and years of untreated PTSD afterward like I did. It really made a difference when I got to a therapist who worked with my kind of trauma, but it took too long for me to get to him in my case. Hope in your case it's quicker and better for you and your child. Much support to you.

Welcome to the group..i do hope you can find a therapist who can help you process and heal from what happened to you,which was so incredibly horrible....but please know we are also here to listen and support you.

E-T welcome. I was abducted at gun point so I can relate of what your going through. The best thing you can do for yourself and your son is to get therapy so you can start to heal. I wish you the upmost best on your journey.

Scott

HI and Welcome E-T... I am so sorry that you've gone through such a terrible ordeal.... I agree to ask your doctor to refer you for trauma therapy and use the victims services that are available.... This board is filled with wonderful and supportive souls that are here for friendship... Big hug....xo

Thank you all for sharing your stories, as well as the recommendations, it truly is greatly appreciated to know I am not alone, and hear your kind words, also to have your support. Thank you.

I'm sorry for what brings you here but it's a great place to be. No body judges here. They just try to offer support and give you ideas. I side with the rest of them in getting into counseling as soon as possible and begin the healing process. It will help you being around your kids. You have a large responsibility on your hands there. Everybody heals at different rates. Don't try and rush it. It will come. If you need to vent or just need a hug. Come here. Lots of support and hugs.

I'm so sorry for the pain the world and bad people have put apon you.. You have 2 beautiful, strong boys who need there Dad , and no matter what , or how bad things are going; it would kill them to lose you. I'm here for you , as many people are. We are all on this site because we feel like life's not worth it.. but.. after reading some stories,; there's always a way to get help and people who care sweetheart. All my luv..

I'm sorry for the experience you endured and the emotional pain you are in. It can be hard to be hopeful when you have seen such hatred and mistreatment. I'm glad that you are focusing on your son and his love for you. I want to remind you that God created you for a purpose and He loves you deeply. Connecting with Him has given me hope in the dark days. I pray that you would find hope in Christ as well. Also, praying for your healing and for you to find support during this difficult time.

A father raising his son...hmm...seems like the world needs more of that not less. (goes for mom's too)

Many states have funds set aside to care for the emotional needs of those that are victims. (I know because my son had his bike stolen last year and had to sign a form...not that he needed it for having his bike stolen, but everyone that was a victim had to sign. I'm in Pennsylvania.)

I appreciate the time you guys spent on replying to my post, as well as the kind words you've shared with me, it's healing & enlightenimg to have complete strangers grant me so much support, I am grateful for that and with the grace and strength of the Lord, I know I can pick myself up from this traffic event, and become an even greater man, father and human being in general. Thank you, once again.

Are we complete strangers?

In my mind, sharing problems is a bond far stronger than knowing your name and where you attended elementary school. There are no strangers in my peer support network.