Hi -newbie here!

[Angels Wings]

Hello. I am a newbie here. Just diagnosed with CPTSD recently. Still don't totally understand it, scared and don't like how its messing with my life. Just wanting to connect with others who understand and relate. Hopefully I can learn how to handle it.

[Kizzie]

Hi Angel and welcome to OOTS      

I'm sure you are scared having been diagnosed with CPTSD but it's a good that you found your way here as the community is very welcoming, knowledgeable and supportive. It's a real relief to know you're not alone and there are others with good ideas for your recovery and some warm hugs along the way. 

Can you tell us a bit more about your situation when you're ready?  Also, if you would please have a read through the Member Guidelines and glance through some of the forums, in particular "CPTSD and Us." If you look at the top of your screen you'll see we have a "Glossary" and "Acronyms" button if you need to look something up as we use a lot of what I'm sure may be unfamiliar terms/acronyms in the forums.   

Looking forward to chatting with you in the forums!   

[flookadelic]

Hello Angel Wings It is deeply unsettling to be diagnosed with this condition. No doubt about it. Especially as it comes with so many clauses in the contract. "Intractible", "deeply rooted", "disorder" ... all terms guaranteed to put one off one's lunch to say the least. But I would like to say that, as difficult as it is, life can actually continues post diagnosis and it is entirely possible to thrive and live and love. It isn't easy but it is the most meaningful and life changing journey imaginable. So please, do take heart and know that you are not alone.

My own reaction to my diagnosis was - for the first time - an outpouring of anger, fury, even, towards my ( dead) perpetrators. Thankfully I got it out of my system healthfully through art. I'm not much of an artist but intent and expression was far more important than talent!

Of course we are all different! Your reaction will be yours but it *will* be understood and respected here, as will you. Look forward to hearing from you, and my love and best wishes walk with you. Flooky.