I Have Ptsd

I don't have PTSD but I have a son who does . He is a Navy veteran who has been serving since 1999. He started having problems after he got back from Afghanistan . He has trouble sleeping , anxiety and panic attacks , mood swings , depression and has had thoughts of suicide . I moved closer to him , so I can help his wife . He has been to the VA and they have him on several medications . I am writing this to raise awareness that there are many who suffere from this . Not everyone with PTSD gets this aflixation from being in a combat area . Women and children are susceptible because of the abuse they encounter by either spouses , boyfriends and for children from parents or family members . For those who read my story and believe in prayer , I'm asking you to pray from my son and for all who suffer from PTSD . Thank you

Oh and on a side note : I'm being respectful in writing this and ALL negative or demeaning comments WILL BE DELETED .

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CheerfullyCurious · 46-50, F

I am very sorry to hear about your son's struggles. I have PTSD too, but not from combat. Mostly I am okay and have had two episodes where i literally relived the actual trauma and it effected those close to me. Nightmares are there always. I think the best you can do is always be there for him. All i needed was safety and security during my tough times but the person closest to me abandoned me because of my trauma rather than keeping me safe. Good luck and let him know you will be there for him no matter what. 💕

Ramon67 · 61-69, M

@CheerfullyCurious thank you . I'll be here for him and I think it's appalling that the one you needed for support left you . God bless you and if you ever need to talk or vent , I'm here for you .

CheerfullyCurious · 46-50, F

@Ramon67 thank you and the same to you .