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Originally Posted by Arbie
Absolutely true. I have both PTSD and chronic depression. I can guarantee I couldn't even cry at a funeral without somebody wondering if I'm relapsing again. Why aren't we ever allowed to have normal emotions in normal situations?
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And on the flip side of this,I wish people could understand that some behaviors I have ARE due to PTSD.
When my symptoms are in high gear,it's not that I'm just lazy and don't want to go in Walmart(or any other super store),it's because it's too overwhelming.If I am feeling unsafe and feel afraid of everyone and everything,it's too much to go in a gigantic store with tons of people.It just doesn't feel safe.
If I don't make eye contact it's because I'm too afraid.
If I don't talk,I'm too afraid
If I don't leave my house or answer my phone,I'm too afraid.
Some things ARE from my illness.I'm not being dramatic,lazy or faking.