New Here--need Advice!

Maybe ptsd, but i'd think it's abit more along the lines of a panic attack, anxiety attack. Check these out on search engines.

Also in terms of ways to overcome the problem check out cbt (cognitive behaviour therapy) xourses are often available in the states at hospitals & colleges etc free or cheap.

Thanks for the reply! I wasn't aware of cbt. Is that therapy with a doctor or group? I'll go see what info I can find on it.

My mother has panic attacks where she feels like she is having a heart attack. All of her cardiac work-ups are always negative. She started on some medicine (zoloft) about 2 years ago and now only has an occasional one. Works good for her!

Cbt - cognitive behaviour therapy - book by sam obitz, been there, done that, do this. See posts by qt3 on ehealth or pm qt3 for a proper explanation.

I believe it can be done one on one but from what I read it seems to be better if done in a group & a malke psychiatrist actually told me that it tends to work better for women as they are generally more likely to put it into practise!!

Good luck & see my reply to you in suggestions for new forums!!

Im really sorry to hear about the accident. I dont know much about post traumatic stress disorder either, although being in a car accident with a loved one is definitely upsetting even if you weren’t hurt badly, and its only natural that you don’t feel very comfortable in a situation where ur not in control again.

I found some info, although what purple said sounds a bit more accurate, check it out neway, I hope it helps.

“post-traumatic stress disorder is an extreme reaction to extreme stress. In moments of crisis, people respond in ways that allow them to endure and survive the trauma. Afterward those responses, such as emotional numbing, may persist even though they are no longer necessary.

People whose early childhood experiences made them feel that events are unpredictable and uncontrollable have a greater likelihood than others of developing the disorder.

People with this disorder relive the traumatic event again and again through nightmares and disturbing memories during the day. They sometimes have flashbacks, in which they suddenly lose touch with reality and relive images, sounds, and other sensations from the trauma. Because of their extreme anxiety and distress about the event, they try to avoid anything that reminds them of it. They may seem emotionally numb, detached, irritable, and easily startled. They may feel guilty about surviving a traumatic event that killed other people. Other symptoms include trouble concentrating, depression, and sleep difficulties. Symptoms of the disorder usually begin shortly after the traumatic event, although some people may not show symptoms for several years. If left untreated, the disorder can last for years.

Post-traumatic stress disorder can severely disrupt one’s life. Besides the emotional pain of reliving the trauma, the symptoms of the disorder may cause a person to think that he or she is “going crazy.” in addition, people with this disorder may have unpredictable, angry outbursts at family members. At other times, they may seem to have no affection for their loved ones. Some people try to mask their symptoms by abusing alcohol or drugs. Others work very long hours to prevent any “down” periods when they might relive the trauma. Such actions may delay the onset of the disorder until these individuals retire or become sober.”

Thanks babygurl,

i printed out your details re ptsd as it also applies to my daughter & I felt it would be useful to her to read.