PTSD

[Poulson]

Hi Everyone.

I have been reading another book called Complex PTSD, From Surviving to Thriving.In it, there are comments that there is a high incidence of Complex PTSD being misdiagnosed as being Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar and Narcissistic Personality Disorder. I have been misdiagnosed as having most diagnosis in the DSM.

I have been in touch again with the Open University where I am studying. I am going on to get my Diploma next year in Mental Health Awareness/Health and Social Care and Psychology. I get my Degree the year after that, and I have enquired about doing my Masters, as I would like to support ladies who have had Perinatal Mood Disorders in the future. What do you ladies think my chances are?

[SunnyD2000]

I think that is amazing! There is so much to teach others about mental health and specifically PP. I remember being in the hospital asking one of the nurses what I had. I remember asking if I was bipolar and she was like yep thats what you have. It gave me a sense of relief at the time knowing it would be treatable, but I didn't even stop to think if she was right or not! It shocks me that nurses would throw around diagnoses like that, even to a patient in distress. Bipolar is a lifelong but treatable illness. She didn't know better but she should know that she is not a psychiatrist and able to diagnose. In any case, all the power to you and all the best!

[Elcee84]

Hiya Poulson,

I think that is a great idea. If you are determined and passionate about studying it! Go ahead you will do great.

I think your lived experience will give you further insight and deeper understanding as you learn.

Such great compassion to want to give back to those who may experience Mental Health issues.

Wishing you all the very best and we are here for you. Well done!