Hi..first timer..im 49..in and out therapy since 23. Had 2 great long term therapists. Been inpatient 3 times. First psychiatry at 20. Several different diagnosis, which never quit fit. Then two years ago, my dear therapist,friend now, brought cptsd up..it makes more sense as my issues are situatonal. Parents were alcoholics, husband died of overdose, my child is an heroin addict..so here I Am still standing..looking forward to learning,listening,sharing. Feels like a safe place.need that now. Im isolated and homebound..thank you for forum. those are "the facts" me im fighting never giving up..embracing my self my strengths weakness mistakes..up and down but staying afloat. So yeah hi im new😁😌✊🌟looking forward to meeting all..yes i use humor when feel stressed out but truly respect and empathize with all. I also have bsw but never practiced..only non profits im social activist..