Lifeblows,

When I was young, about 16, I was told something similar. I was told that I was shell-shocked and that I showed the signs of PTSD. I, of course, did not believe this doctor and stopped seeing this doctor. I was wrong, he was correct. I suffered PTSD from an abusive childhood. I was physically and emotionally abused. When I turned 18, I joined the Marine Corps. I went to Iraq and saw combat. Now, I have been diagnosed formally with PTSD and schizoaffective disorder. War is hell, but regular civilian experiences can be just as bad, if not worse. No one who has seen true combat would say you are a P#$$y. You were in your own war. A war to stay alive. We dealt with rounds and explosions, while you dealt with different stressors. Good luck, and get back in therapy.

lostandscared54 / CPL
United States Marine Corps