My psychiatrist suspects I have PTSD but hasn't fixed me with a label. I don't need him to give me a label. I've been suffering from obsessive thoughts that are based on real life trauma. The situations aren't important; what's important is to stop these thoughts. I've had lots of trauma. I'm sensitive and fearful to others (at times) perhaps I've perceived trauma from everything?

At this point, most of the socializing I do is restricted to online forums where I can control the situation. If I feel traumatized by an unkind word then I could log off.

I'm trying to reduce my thoughts by focusing on the present moment but my mind likes to think terrible thoughts. Medication can only do so much. I don't want to see a therapist because I don't trust people. I want to help myself.

Any suggestions?