Should I tell my boyfriend I suspect I have ptsd?

I'm pretty sure I have ptsd, and my symptoms just popped up shortly after I started dating him. I experienced a major trauma 1 year ago, and I thought I was doing alright, otherwise I would have never started dating him. We've been together for just a couple months but are both very committed and attached. However, I have more bad days, and on these days I feel incredibly distant and unlovable. Do you think I should tell my boyfriend what I think the problem is, so he can understand a little better? I go to a doctor in 58 days.

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vetguy1991 · 51-55, M

I think you should tell him, PTSD is a serious problem and if he loves you he will understand

4meAndyou · F

I think you should tell him about the trauma, and that you suspect you may now be suffering from ptsd. You might want to list some symptoms of ptsd you think you may be experiencing, such as mood swings. Ptsd is a very difficult thing to deal with. Women married to soldiers with ptsd find that they isolate themselves and lose interest in things they used to enjoy.

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firefall · 61-69, M

you absolutely should tell him, he needs to know so he can understand what's going on for you - otherwise he might just feel excluded/unwanted when the ptsd triggers.

Picklebobble2 · 56-60, M

If you have a connection to this guy,and you trust him, tell him everything !
At least that way you give him the chance to either bolt for the door or try and be supportive.

zefyr · 31-35, M

Not the entire truth, but telling him how you feel. He ll be understanding and would be a sweet peach if he really likes you

ExperienceDLT · M

Yes being open and honest will be best

SW-User

Yes, you should.

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