PTSD where it started

[Sarah2021]

Hi Everyone,

So it all started on the 14th of May My neighbour tried calling me at 12.30am and 4.20am but my phone was on silent I woke at 7 and tried calling her back with no answer so I msged her daughter and said is your mum ok she tried to call me she said really I haven't heard from her so she tried to call her with no answer so the daughter then called me and said I'm really worried about mum can you go and check on her. I went over let myself in with the spare key the kitchen light was on she was there I went into her bedroom she must have gotten out of bed and collapsed she landed on her chest of drawers I called 000 and I had to get her onto the floor to start cpr by the time I got her onto the floor the paramedics were there who started cpr but they couldn't save her I'm struggling with it all I keep thinking about this awful day with flashbacks and it gives me anxiety. I would like to hear from other people to get some support

[Sophie_M]

Hi Sarah2021,

Welcome to the forums and thank you for sharing your story with us here. It takes a lot of courage to reach out for support, you also never know who will read this post and feel less alone in their own experiences. We are so sorry to hear about your neighbour and the struggles that you are currently experiencing. We understand that this must be so overwhelming for you. 

​​​​​​​If you would like to talk to someone we would recommend that you get in contact with the Beyond Blue Support Service. They are available 24/7 by phone on 1300 22 4636 or on Webchat 1pm-12am AEST on our website: www.beyondblue.org.au/getsupport  One of our friendly counsellors will be able to talk through these feelings with you and can offer support, advice and referrals.

We also strongly urge that in overwhelming moments you get in touch with our friends at Lifeline (13 11 14) or the Suicide Call Back Service (1300 659 467).

Please feel free to keep reaching out here on your thread whenever you feel up to it.

[Sarah2021]

Thank you Sophie! It was a big step for me to reach out