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Trace14 · Aug 23, 2016, 12:27 AM

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In my Dbt class we met once a week for two hours and had to be in individual therapy simultaneously. I took my classes through an agency. Do you have any available?

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"Grand Poohbah " Is that new?

Trace14 · Aug 23, 2016, 01:51 AM

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In my Dbt class we met once a week for two hours and had to be in individual therapy simultaneously. I took my classes through an agency. Do you have any available?

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Do you remember if this module sparked more emotional talking? Just wondering if this has something to do with the topic.

leomama · Aug 23, 2016, 09:07 AM

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Do you remember if this module sparked more emotional talking? Just wondering if this has something to do with the topic.

Interpersonal effectiveness? More emotional talking?

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leomama · Aug 23, 2016, 09:08 AM

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"Grand Poohbah " Is that new?

No. It's my number of posts. You can read about it in the FAQ I think

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leomama · Aug 23, 2016, 09:08 AM

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No, just the 45-50 minute class once a week, I did get an apt with her quicker this time, only a month away this time usually 2-3 months apart. It would make sense to do it at least two hours. By the time people tell all their stories, and some LOVE to talk , the class is over and seems like we never really had a class. I guess I have a hard time with it because I thought it was "A Class" not group therapy.

None of your care sounds adequate to me.

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Trace14 · Aug 23, 2016, 01:21 PM

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None of your care sounds adequate to me.

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Well....sadly is all the VA offers. Again, another reason for citizens to help vets fight for better health care. I don't think most people know just how bad it is until you get involved with it. I'm a vet and I didn't know. But you would think with the vet suicide rate at 22 a day, it would get someone's attention.

Trace14 · Aug 23, 2016, 01:23 PM

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Interpersonal effectiveness? More emotional talking?

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No? I think maybe this was sparking flash backs with other about talking with aggressors about what you want and need. Maybe that was it, I don't know. It sure sent me skipping down the flashback path.

leomama · Aug 23, 2016, 01:44 PM

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Well....sadly is all the VA offers. Again, another reason for citizens to help vets fight for better health care. I don't think most people know just how bad it is until you get involved with it. I'm a vet and I didn't know. But you would think with the vet suicide rate at 22 a day, it would get someone's attention.

I am really sorry and I hear you.

leomama · Aug 23, 2016, 01:45 PM

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No? I think maybe this was sparking flash backs with other about talking with aggressors about what you want and need. Maybe that was it, I don't know. It sure sent me skipping down the flashback path.

For me it was emotional regulation that got me going. Interpersonal effectiveness is easy for me, I have excellent "people skills".

I am reactive and sensitive, that is my challenge.

leomama · Aug 23, 2016, 01:52 PM

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"Grand Poohbah " Is that new?

Forums at Psych Central - FAQ/Help: Forums at Psych Central

There you go that explains it.

Trace14 · Aug 23, 2016, 02:42 PM

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For me it was emotional regulation that got me going. Interpersonal effectiveness is easy for me, I have excellent "people skills".

I am reactive and sensitive, that is my challenge.

Well just goes to show how different it can be for each person. Personally I'm glad someone else is talking, keeps me from having to, but then again some topics are triggering. A double edged sword.
I had good people skills and was very much a people person, now not so much. I talk to people more on the computer than on the phone or in person. Not the best situation, but could be worse. Ya know?

leomama · Aug 23, 2016, 02:48 PM

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Well just goes to show how different it can be for each person. Personally I'm glad someone else is talking, keeps me from having to, but then again some topics are triggering. A double edged sword.
I had good people skills and was very much a people person, now not so much. I talk to people more on the computer than on the phone or in person. Not the best situation, but could be worse. Ya know?

I get it and today has been a big lesson in 1) how different people with PTSD are from not only the rest of the general population but even people with different mental illnesses 2) continuing to learn not to trust people at face value, or until they prove themselves 3) there are some things I do not know.

I don't have a problem with talking to people, what I have a problem with is how I react to people, I'm highly emotionally sensitive, which is probably how I ended up with PTSD in the first place.

Trace14 · Aug 23, 2016, 03:03 PM

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I get it and today has been a big lesson in 1) how different people with PTSD are from not only the rest of the general population but even people with different mental illnesses 2) continuing to learn not to trust people at face value, or until they prove themselves 3) there are some things I do not know.

I don't have a problem with talking to people, what I have a problem with is how I react to people, I'm highly emotionally sensitive, which is probably how I ended up with PTSD in the first place.

True benefit to being numb to life. It just doesn't matter anymore.

leomama · Aug 23, 2016, 03:05 PM

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True benefit to being numb to life. It just doesn't matter anymore.

Wish I were numb.

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Trace14 · Aug 23, 2016, 03:10 PM

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Wish I were numb.

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Why, how would that serve you?

leomama · Aug 23, 2016, 03:19 PM

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Why, how would that serve you?

Because then I wouldn't care what others think, I wouldn't let others get to me.

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Trace14 · 04:54 PM

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Because then I wouldn't care what others think, I wouldn't let others get to me.

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But then you miss out on the good stuff too, the happy moments, the caring moments. Balance is the answer, but hard to find that when you are so far down the well that light is not even visible.

leomama · Aug 23, 2016, 03:30 PM

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But then you miss out on the good stuff too, the happy moments, the caring moments. Balance is the answer, but hard to fin that when you are so far down the well that light is not even visible.

Yes and my partner called me when he saw my post because he was concerned . I want to turn down the volume on my feelings. I've had a lot of traumatic experiences in the last 24 hours . I'm just trying to chop wood carry water. I'll take my second round of supplements , drink water, wash dishes, do laundry, exercise and carry on. Thank you.

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Trace14 · Aug 23, 2016, 03:46 PM

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leomama · Aug 23, 2016, 03:55 PM

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Hmmmm check this device out Wearable sleep device may reduce PTSD risk ? Health news "Wearable sleep device may reduce PTSD risk"

Looks interesting!

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Trace14 · Aug 28, 2016, 04:00 PM

I think I'm going to drop out of the DBT class. It's just too much for me right now, not the right time I don't think. I didn't think there had to be a right time, but it seems there is for learning this type of stuff.

ThisWayOut · Aug 28, 2016, 04:15 PM

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I think I'm going to drop out of the DBT class. It's just too much for me right now, not the right time I don't think. I didn't think there had to be a right time, but it seems there is for learning this type of stuff.

Sorry it didn't work out...

Trace14 · Aug 28, 2016, 04:26 PM

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Sorry it didn't work out...

Thanks, maybe I can take it again later when my head is clearer and some of the past traumas have been placed away again. At this point it's just too hard to focus on the class without being triggered by the other people or something being taught.

leomama · Aug 28, 2016, 04:46 PM

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Thanks, maybe I can take it again later when my head is clearer and some of the past traumas have been placed away again. At this point it's just too hard to focus on the class without being triggered by the other people or something being taught.

I totally understand. It took me two tries before I could get going. I got triggered by the people in it as well. It takes what it takes. I'm glad you are here.

Trace14 · Aug 28, 2016, 04:56 PM

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I totally understand. It took me two tries before I could get going. I got triggered by the people in it as well. It takes what it takes. I'm glad you are here.

So you think I should stop them for a while?

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