How to make the difference between psychosis and the reality, when gaslighting has been part of the doubt?

[CindyAmour]

How to make the difference between psychosis and the reality, when gaslighting has been part of the doubt?

Gaslighting is also known as a mental form of abuse by twisting what happened to make the person question their sanity.... How to remember the reality?

How to stop over thinking?

[Gina139693]

Greetings, CindyAmouur.

First of all, you are strong and capable of making sense of your reality and although we sometimes look back it is more important to look forward.

In order to look forward and limit ruminating on the past, I focus my energy on meditation and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

I have found that both teach me to stay in the moment.

We make choices for ourselves and cannot change or probably even understand what others chose to do. We must continue on our growth journey.

Everyday is a new day.

Best wishes,

Gina

[Naomi_at_app Volunteer]

Dear CindyAmour

I have also written a reply to your first post where you share your story. I wondered if you had considered requesting a copy of your medical notes, which you have a legal right to do?

This may be a first step in making sense of the medical professionals' assessment of what was happening - however bearing in mind that you were exhausted, deprived of sleep, traumatised and feeling desperate after separation from your baby. It can be a hard experience to read your own medical notes, so if it's possible to do this with a friend, family member or close advisor that may be helpful as you begin to process what happened at the time of your admission to hospital.

Do keep reaching out for support and reassurance here as you go through the process of making sense of this traumatic time.

Warmly

Naomi