I would ask that all participants in this thread be supportive in their comments to one another. We generally do not sanction debates or arguments about whether a particular mental disorder is more "legitimate" than another here in the support forums. Why? Because they are first and foremost support forums.

While indeed "complex PTSD" is not currently a recognized DSM diagnosis, that doesn't preclude people from discussing it without being questioned about its validity. I appreciate people's cooperation in this, thank you.

DocJohn