Did you know that supportive spouses are the Unsung Hero’s in our PTSD community? But like many, the PTSD spouses can often feel lost. Does your spouse or loved one suffer from Post Traumatic Stress disorder (PTSD)? If so, chances are you suffer right along side them. Spouses of loved ones with PTSD are some of the […]
CPTSD Substance Abuse – Compounding Issues
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Complex PTSD (CPTSD), combined with substance abuse makes recovery from PTSD and CPTSD symptoms extremely challenging. Watching your loved one’s self-destructive behavior is heart-wrenching. You support them daily through horrific PTSD symptoms and episodes that leave you weak, terrified, confused, and heartbroken at times. It’s frustrating because you work so hard […]
Vicarious PTSD known as Secondary PTSD
Vicarious PTSD, also know as Secondary PTSD, happens to the caregiver of the person suffering symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. In my personal experience, I went on auto pilot when my husband was diagnosed. We had known there was a problem manifesting but we didn’t have a clue as to what was in store for […]
The PTSD Stress Survival Kit You Gotta Have
The ultimate PTSD stress survival kit that everyone should have is right here at your fingertips. Essentially, if you or your spouse has been diagnosed with PTSD then your entire world has changed. And, when someone is diagnosed with PTSD it isn’t uncommon for the partner without PTSD to take on the role as a […]