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Member Since Sep 2012
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Fighting for ssi and finally got a lawyer. They say courts at least 12 months out and i will live that whole time in fear. Part of my ptsd is courtroom related as in the trama of having to face the man who killed my husband in a coutoom. not sure if i can ever step in anothercoutrom. of course im sure to not even know if i will make another 12 months without income or not. its been about more than i can take in and of tslf.
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Location: New England
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Sorry to hear you're struggling. Hopefully it won't take the whole 12 months to get into court, at least as far as your income is concerned. I'm sorry to hear about your husband. I can't imagine how hard this must be for you.
I think you can use the time you have to wait to your advantage. I'm hoping you have a therapist. He/she can help you overcome your fear of courtrooms and help you get through this hearing. It's called desensitization therapy. Please talk to your therapist about it. You can get through this. __________________ I've been scattered I've been shattered I've been knocked out of the race But I'll get better I feel your light upon my face ~Sting, Lithium Sunset ![]() |
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Poohbah
Member Since Jul 2011
Location: usa
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Does your lawyer know about your fears? Can something be set up where you don't have to go into a courtroom?
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Thank you both. I've never heard of that theropy but will be asking about it. I told my lawyers aid about my fears, but will be talking more in depth with the lawyer.
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Member Since Oct 2011
Location: Oregon
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I cannot imagine the trauma of having to face someone in court that killed your husband. It must be awful. I supposedly have PTSD from having been raped as a 14 year old. I cannot imagine the pain of having to face the turkey. I have problems even with people who were involved indirectly. I really hope that things begin to work out for you. A year in the legal system is not any fun
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Member Since Jul 2012
Location: michigan
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I am sorry for your loss. When I had to go for my hearing it was'nt like a courtroom at all, just a med. size room with tables and chairs. I hope this helps? I wish the best of luck....
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Member Since Aug 2012
Location: Alabama
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Same room situation here. I went two weeks ago and it was held at the social security building in a room with three tables and chairs. The judge didnt wear a robe. Very laid back and private. Best wishes.
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Member Since Aug 2011
Location: Washington State, U.S.A.
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I have been a little worried about how I'm going to face the hearing for my ssd/ssi case. I also have PTSD, and GAD, and social phobia so I have been very anxious about this. Plus I filed bankruptcy about a year ago and had a pretty bad experience (long story). But if it's like you described, maybe it won't be quite so bad.
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Member Since Oct 2012
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Sorry to hear that.
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