I'm not "officially" diagnosed, and am not on meds either. I was in therapy, but have taken a break from it for financial reasons, hope to return to it soon. My therapist did mention "Stress related to long term trauma" as the cause of my issues. From reading I have found that I have the majority of the symptoms of CPTSD, and I also suffer from anxiety and depression. I don't think being officially diagnosed or being on meds is a requirement for taking part, nor should it be.

I can see where reading about other peoples struggles could impact you, I have read some posts here that have impacted me. But, please don't think that you don't belong. If taking part helps, stick around, if it hinders, take a break. But don't leave because you think you don't belong.