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Originally Posted by FerretGuy5
A question comes to mind. Is there anything such as PTSD groups for non service related PTSD? I am in a group at the VA for service related PTSD. Except I don't fit in. Out of 18 there, I am the only one with a Purple Heart. Been trying to return the thing as it was a mistake. I was shot by friendly fire, and fully recovered. I am also the only one in the group not to have addiction problems. My PTSD was unrelated to Viet Nam, it occurred after. And I have no intention of going for a pension for PTSD. For that, I am deemed as crazy for turning down the money, for which I have my reasons. It seems as though there is no place for those suffering PTSD from non combat situations. The only friend I have there had his back broken in a fall. Worse than having PTSD is not being able to find a support group. As here, no one mentions the cause.
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It sounds to me like you would benefit from a non-service related PTSD group. I'd trust your own inner wisdom on this.
I don't know what's available in your area. I'm getting alot out of being here and using the chat rooms.
I'd like to see more services for families who have experienced trauma in our community.
I have to say that I honor the service of our soldiers. Not only were they willing to put their lives on the line to protect others in our country and around the world, but PTSD sufferers of all kinds of trauma owe a huge debt to the soldiers.
Without your suffering, we would not know as much about PTSD as we do now.