Based on research and symptoms, I know I am struggling with PTSD among other things. I feel I am broken and no matter what I do I can’t get past it. I’m stuck and feel I have completely lost myself resulting in being a drain on my family. I want to get better for myself and my family, but I seem to flop at everything I do and it just seems to make things worse.
I have been working with different treatment providers for both Mental Health and Physical Health issues. Most of the time I walk away with the perception that they think I am catastrophizing and that what I feel both physically and mentally is not really that bad and real. It leaves me feeling weak as a person, confused and my true reality, and lacking all trust in myself and my own judgements.
I truly want to be broken no more but am at a loss for how to do it. Am I truly crazy and alone in this or can others relate?
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You're not alone in this type of situation. Physicians have procedures and protocol to follow. If it is not showing a condition in the steps they take its difficult for them to diagnose. It can be draining on patients and very discouraging process. Without a doubt our mental health can and does have affect on our physical health including immunity. Don't give up or be discouraged by the process of elimination in the medical field. There may possibly be am underlining medical condition that's chronic or just random conditions. It doesn't make you weak what you're experiencing. Sometimes diet, exercise can come into play with our physical and mental well being as well. Sometimes it's not just one thing. I've experienced looking into to the wrong area for my problem to be found and diagnosed. PTSD is draining. I've heard some patients having it a lifetime some having it short term. I've heard of different types of therapy and support groups online or in person. Nothing makes the pain and trauma go away it's about us changing the way we think or see things. It can be debilitating condition for some. It's very real and all around can affect your whole body mentally and physically. Sometimes it takes a while to find the right doctor that is compassionate, supportive and empathizing. Don't give up on finding the right supports. There are available patient advocates online and in the communities.
Hi, I work in the addictions field. I can relate to your experience. I feel like my doctor didn't take me seriously when I told him I wasn't coping with life because he saw me going to work as a sign that I was infact coping with my PTSD. Since receiving treatment for it I'm not sure I'll even be able to go back to work. I just don't want to deal with trauma all day every day at work after trying to sort my own stuff out. I might have to switch jobs. Anyway keep trying, trauma has a real effect on the brain and body. The mental health system is super broken and frustrating to maneuver. Don't give up.
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