An acceptable practice by society? NEVER.

Do I feel bad about myself because of my condition? I think we ALL do, to an extent, whether or not we want to admit it. It REALLY helps me to externalize my condition. I have PTSD due to childhood sexual abuse, so I think of how I view others with PTSD, and I have nothing but the utmost sense of compassion for these people. I can then transfer that sense of care to myself and it helps me to realize that I shouldn't take on the hatred, misunderstanding, and fear of society. I refuse to do it.