Not sure if I have PTSD

[act1810]

Hi

I will start with a little background but will have to be vague as it is hard to talk about.

I am a 28 year old male who was sexually, physically and mentally abused from roughly the age of 8 to 13. I have always felt withdrawn from social environments and unable to build meaningful relationships. I have used drugs to get by off and on when other traumatic events have arisen in my life.

I am seeking some kind of affordable help but don't know where to start. The only help I have ever got was misguided as I was unable to open up about what happened, so I was put me on medication.

Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

[white knight]

Hi act. Welcome

You've been thru a lot. Yes, its time to get help, to move forward.

(By the way we dont allow medication names on the forum. Have a browse through the community rules)

The usual coursevis the go through your GP. He/she will recommend a course of action. Ask your dictor how you can access affordable counsel.

In the meantime go to the "staying well" section and choose some threads.

Getting more involved in the firum is your choice when and if you feel that way. The "circle of friendship" is a nice place to visit and the bb cafe.

regards

Tony WK

[act1810]

Hi Tony,

Thank you very much for your advice and sorry for saying a medication. I will go see a GP and have a browse of the forums in the meantime.

Best regards

Ryan

[Guest_829]

Act 1810 ive had a similair start which only stopped when i ran away when i was a kid.but when i say stopped it doesnt really stop so its sureal reading a strangers post thats so familiar.i only recently clicked i had PTSD and its made so much make sense.hope your well,try not to be to hard on yourself,theres info on the web about this.stay well