Jennifer,

I started suffering from PTSD 35 years ago, when they didn't even have a diagnosis for it, let alone know how to treat it.

I'm truly glad you didn't go into the hospital. I believe it is not always best for us to mix on a psych unit with others who don't suffer from an anxiety-based disorder. Psychotics tend to exacerbate my problem, as do real angry patients.

I also don't do well in a "controlled environment." I can't wake up some mornings early and can't eat at set hours.

I'm truly glad you managed to deal with this emotional Cancer at home.