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Double layer struggle. PTSD 4 years and then Grief after illness and death of husband 2 years

PhoebeEmily
Community Member
Hi,   About four years ago I was diagnosed as having Post Traumatic Stress Disorder as a result of a series of unpleasant incidents to do with my work.     About two years into that, my husband developed brain tumours and became progressively more ill.   My poor man died late last year.    Prior to his death, I had treatment for the PTSD paid for by the workplace insurers through WorkCover rules and regulations.   Several types of treatment were tried and though no doubt good for others, they were not effective for me, or caused other issues.   I have since seen items on the use of Neurofeedback for PTSD, including a military study showing high effective outcomes, and an item on Catalyst indicating good results for a traumatised migrant male.    My question is, does anyone have any experience of the effectiveness of this type of treatment, and where were they able to access it?      I'm in an isolated country area, so any treatment means having to travel, with all the costs that entails.      Thanks,  I wish all of you the best possible future.     PhoebeEmily 
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Jacko777
Blue Voices Member
Blue Voices Member

Hi PhoebeEmily,

Welcome to the Beyond Blue forums, I am glad you are staying on your journey and trying to find answers. I don't have any experience with this, hopefully someone here will, but I did want to say hello and wish you well. If you can't get any answers you can try the Beyond Blue phone service, it's free and 24/7 and there are professionals on the line that I reckon can help you.

Really sorry to hear about your husband, you have had a very tough time and I hope you find appropriate support. Talk any time.

Jack