What is PTSD ?
A disorder in which a person has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event.
The condition may last months or years, with triggers that can bring back memories of the trauma accompanied by intense emotional and physical reactions.
Symptoms may include nightmares or unwanted memories of the trauma, avoidance of situations that bring back memories of the trauma, heightened reactions, anxiety, or depressed mood.
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I grew up in a dysfunctional home. I could clearly see my parents love each other the just had to grow. But anyways 9/10 they were arguing and something. My dad was hoe and my mom wasn't going for nun.
I honestly don't think they realize how bad that effected me as a kid and my views on relationships. I'm the type of person to stay away from "love" or any type of affection.
I hate loud noises of any type, I get scared. I get flash backs of my parents yelling at each other all night. I tend to shake and corner myself if I feel any type of way.
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Have you ever seen your brother in a hospital bed with tubes in and out of his mouth. With 4 gunshot wounds not knowing if he'll live to see another day. Seeing everyone around me crying or trying to be strong because of me and his daughter.
I hate hospitals to the point where I can be sick asf but I'll just deal with it. Seeing so many people laying in them beds barley alive.
Shit left a mark on me.
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People may experience:
Behavioral: agitation, hostility, hypervigilance, irritability, self-destructive behavior, or social isolation
Psychological: fear, flashback, mistrust, or severe anxiety
Mood: guilt, loneliness, or loss of interest or pleasure in activities
Sleep: insomnia or nightmares
Also common: emotional detachment or unwanted thoughts
