
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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I was diagnosed with PTS syndrome a while ago and had countless therapy sessions but the fear wont go away. I am afraid of most men and don't like to put myself in situations where it is just me and a man alone. I also have terrible nightmares that keep me up all night. Because i am too afraid to go back to sleep after I had them. Does anyone have any advice on how to control these feelings or make it a little easier to deal with?
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The hard part with nightmares is how real they feel. When you wake up from one, definitely write it down in all the detail you can remember... then put it away. Once it's written down, your mind won't have to focus on it anymore. Then you should take a quiet moment to remind yourself that you are safe in the present. Someone here said they repeat, "That was then, this is now," and I've started doing that, too. It really helps me reconnect with the present.
When you get yourself back into the present, affirm that you are safe and will sleep peacefully the rest of the night. Then lie back down and make up a pleasant story that you can think about until it turns itself into into a happy dream.
Also, know that you're not alone. Others of us deal with the same things. You can always come on here for some hugs. Here's one now ~
Hugs,
Wistala