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Sep 17, 2011, 02:27 PM
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 Here's the current definition of PTSD. There is no other so named disorder at the present time, though I believe some are trying to change it so it includes such emotional upsets like from bullying. http://www.mental-health-today.com/ptsd/dsm.htm (Some changes such as combat PTSD, complex PTSD etc have been suggested.)
Perhaps your T is waiting to see if the newer names are added to the DSM and then will dx you? (Right now, unless it's been a life-threatening event where you feared for life, it's not "officially" PTSD.) I would trust the T in what he is doing on this. 
It's never a good thing to diagnose (DX) oneself.  It is good to get an idea of what it might be, and begin working on the solutions though, and seek out professional help. I think you've done a good thing to get into therapy. The sooner one seeks help, the easier and quicker therapy might be. Good wishes ! 
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