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Originally Posted by snowflake20
I'm interested in knowing which kind of treatment works best for those struggling with C-PTSD.
Specially when the trauma is caused by repeated psychological abuse and neglect in childhood.
I've tried different therapy modalities and medication, but I always end up getting stuck and going backwards.
I feel like I can't function like a "normal" person. I always end up sabotaging relationships, jobs, etc.
I'm self-destructive and I get easily overwhelmed by simple tasks.
I've had a few bad experiences in therapy due to the lack of knowledge/"validity" of C-PTSD.
I've gotten diagnoses like major depression, GAD, panic disorder and eating disorders in the past; but I belive these are all symptons/ consequences of a childhood trauma that has somehow shaped my personality.
I have a very hard time trusting people, which doesn't help in therapy either. I've had some therapists get frustrated with me in the past, and this makes me feel like I'm a lost cause; or like it's all my fault and I'll never get better.
I feel hopeless and desperate. I don't want to be like this for the rest of my life.
It's very painful because no matter how hard I try to get better, I always end up messing up and getting back to the starting point.
Which kind of treatment do you think works best for C-PTSD symptoms?
I'm interested in anything; from different therapy modalities, to activities, medication, or whatever.
Also, do you think it's actually possible to "heal" from this? I feel like even if some things could get better, I'll always be limited to some extent compared to other people... [emoji53]
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I am sorry, but I can't answer this question. I guess I have the same problem as you do. I have only truly been working on my issues for a few years now, and it seems like my life is more messed up than it was before I started to truly fix it. I have a new T now who is a trauma experienced T, and my hope is that she will be able to help me to face all of the traumas I have had through my life. She told me that she had a trauma experience when she was a child, and that is why she does this now, but that I am her only 2nd patient that has had life long traumas. But I hope she will be able to help!!!!!!!