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Originally Posted by ultramar
I think it may have something to do with identity. I think one can get 'stuck' when one's identity gets taken over by the victim (or even survivor) status. I think perhaps this can especially manifest itself in those who already have a shaky sense of identity; for these people, the role of victim/survivor can serve the purpose of providing a solid identity where one is otherwise lacking.
I think it can become a problem when other aspects of ourselves, our multiple roles in life, etc., get pushed aside or far into the background, and so much is seen and experienced through the lens of trauma victim/survivor. I think there's a time for this in the process, but it is possible to get 'stuck' in this role -and I think the diagnosis of PTSD has the potential to feed/propagate identity issues. Perhaps it's important to keep in mind that PTSD is not -necessarily- a life sentence.
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I don't know I have done a fair amount of research and many sources say PTSD can become a lifetime disorder...especially if you did not receive proper help/support early on to make a proper recovery from the trauma. And I am still trying to get proper help and support for it 5 years later so I think in my case its not too inaccurate to think of it might be a little bit too late to undo it.
Not sure a diagnoses really feeds the identity issues, though I can't deny that part really sucks. I find it to be an even bigger issue after the disaster that came out of my being prescribed klonopin...but I hate telling that story so I wont go into detail.