My PTSD Stalks Me Still. Yet I’ve Found a Way to Reset

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PTSD Flashbacks

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I always talk about my personal experiences when I am dealing with subject matter for #MentalHealthMonday. All forms of trauma require #Awareness. Almost four years ago, I was diagnosed with Complex PTSD. Thanks to several bad doctors and three lousy therapists post-diagnosis (My Massachusetts based experiences, only.), I struggle at times with how traumatized I … Continue reading PTSD Flashbacks

PTSD with depression may significantly increase risk of early death in women

2020-12-052020-12-06 Miss Poison Depression, PTSD Articles, Depression, Mental Health, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

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Mental Health Monday July 2020: Round Two

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Mental Health Monday July 2020

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Minipress (Prazosin) for Stress Nightmares in PTSD

2020-04-232020-04-25 Miss Poison Complex PTSD, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Complex PTSD, Health, Mental Health, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Prazosin

https://www.verywellhealth.com/prazosin-treats-nightmares-in-ptsd-3015222 The other day, a woman started a fight with me over this drug. Yeah, I know; it was completely obnoxious and she acted as if I was forcing it down her throat. Obviously, that was not the case. Her major issue is that it didn't work for her, so she was blasting it and … Continue reading Minipress (Prazosin) for Stress Nightmares in PTSD

After A Traumatic Experience…

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“After a traumatic experience, the human system of self-preservation seems to go onto permanent alert, as if the danger might return at any moment.” ―Judith Lewis Herman Sadly, this quote speaks to me today. I had to take medication for an insane panic attack that popped up out of nowhere, and I'm trying not to … Continue reading After A Traumatic Experience…