They are pretty ignorant for sure saying that PTSD can't be life threatening!

I believe there is evidence that shows that "grounding techniques" can help to lower the heightened flight/fight physical response......IF YOU CAN DO THEM. Therein lies the problem. How do you get someone who wants to run or hit out at others, or has retreated into a dissociated state, to actively try those techniques and keep trying them until they work?

I wish I had an answer to your questions, to all our questions, on how do we feel and stay safe at our most vulnerable times. I wish the medical doctors could find a solution also. I just think we have to keep trying to work through what works for us as an individual.

Teacake, you are a big proponent of mediation, yoga etc so you know the ability of these things activities to help you manage symptoms. I've read many times all the wonderful ideas you have on this subject. I do hope that you can find some relief and solace with these soon.

please take good care of yourself.