Hey there,

So I'm currently dating someone who is nothing but amazing all around and has treated me so great.
She has gone through a lot in her past and it is something that has obviously had a long-term effect on her. So from these events she has been diagnosed with depression & PTSD. She's told me a bit about the events and has informed me that sometimes she has these episodes from certain things that will trigger it. Which to me is understandable and she was concerned that I would leave and be too afraid or in over my head to deal with it. Which I reassured her I would always do the best that I possibly could to help her and comfort her through them and be by her side.

So the issue is a couple of things. There's some distance between us and I can't be at her side immediately when she needs me. She had an episode today and she kind of just blacked out and wouldn't move. I had never witnessed it before with her so I wasn't exactly sure of what to do. I tried to talk to her and remind her of some more positive things instead of what was going on in her head. It took some time and patience, but she came out of it.

So I guess what my questions are is: Has anyone experienced this with anyone before? What are some things that have helped you?

I hate to see her this way and not be able to help in person. If anyone has some kind of advice or helpful tools I would greatly appreciate it! I just want her to know that I'll be by her side through it all and help to the best I can.

Thank you guys in advance!

Best

J