PTSD Coping

I'm having alot of trouble lately coping with PTSD triggers, especially men in authority. I was raped by my boss when I was 27, and I went for 30 years before I started to get help. Lately it seems I'm acting out of feeling threatened and I don't seem to be able to stop myself. I'd really like to know how other PTSD sufferers cope with their triggers.

[kenster1]

hello and welcome to you.sorry to read your post and what you went through.i cant imagine how hard that must have been glad that your speaking up and hopefully you can feel supported on here.

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Thanks. I hope so, too.

[sunandbutterfly]

So sorry to hear of what happened with your boss. For me, it is going on five years since a family member violated me. I saw a counselor, and I know that some of the strategies I learned there were helpful for me. I know that some things surprise me in the way that they bother me. ( For a while, seeing anyone over 6 foot tall caused me issues.) I am glad that you are seeking help and would encourage you to seek a counselor that works with you and has had experience helping people with PTSD. I know that deep breathing, leaving the area that triggered me, and Scripture were things that helped me.