Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Support Group

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adamjaysmom
adamjaysmom

Hi, I am new to the group and hoping to gain knowledge and support. I am a mom of a veteran (Adam-31 yrs of age) who has PTSD. He has been incarcerated for over 3 years and we are going to trial in March. I am hoping I can get and give support to this group. Thank you 

patti22
patti22
Hi, welcome. My name is Patti. I'm glad that you found us and so sorry for what's brought you here.

My kids are 15 and 17 and I can only barely imagine the emotions and pain that you've been going through.

You're welcome to share as much or as little of your story as you're comfortable with.

Heartfelt hugs, Patti
patti22
patti22
Oh and you might also wish to join the Families of Prisoners board here on DS. I'm not a part of it, but I'm "friends" with a couple members who are. It's a super group for dealing with stresses that most of us can never imagine.

https://www.dailystrength.org/group/families-of-prisoners

That's NOT to say that you're not completely welcome here on PTSD, because of course you are.
adamjaysmom
adamjaysmom
Thank you so very much, I appreciate your time and kind words. I will check out the link.
SwimBack2031
SwimBack2031
Welcome to the group - I am so sorry for what you are going through. Patti said it beautifully, you are welcome to share what ever you need to, and we will all support you. Gentle hugs for now - I hope you find what you need here.
arfie
arfie
Hello, Ada. Welcome to our healing community. Pull up a chair and sit a spell. It sounds like you will fit right in.

DS is a BIG website with many group chemistries in its many forums. This is one of favorites, but I often let myself surf around to look for insights to the seemingly endless array of problems life keeps throwing at me at the most unexpected of moments. There doesn't seem to be a one-stop solution for all of them. It takes a village?

Welcome aboard. Hope you find healing companionship here.
adamjaysmom
adamjaysmom
Thank you for your kindness. I believe people like you guys will definitely help to get me through the minutes in the day when really needed. Much appreciation.
MrMojoRisin
MrMojoRisin
Hi.

Although not a serviceman, I am here for gunshot violence and injury. Still called combat-type PTSD, but I like to clarify. If you ever need any advise with treatment options, or have any questions about the disease overall, if I can help, I will.

I'm really sorry you and your family and especially your son have been so affected by the monster.
adamjaysmom
adamjaysmom
Thank you I appreciate your kind words and willingness to help. Unbelievable how many are affected by this, it’s horrible and in some cases tragic.
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