Hey @Dreamer haven’t seen you much lately. How are you doing?
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I wanted to start this same thread! We miss you, @Dreamer!
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Hey @disciple and @FlyingPurplePeopleMeeter.
I’m doing okay today, but have been up and down for the last little while. Been busy with therapy appointments and PRS appointments and group along with my day to day stuff so haven’t really had a chance to get on. I have appointments 4 times a week now because my ptsd symptoms have been getting really out of hand. They also told me that my self harm is “obsessive” but they’re not sure to what extent. Tired of getting bad news and having problems upon problems pile up. I’m not even sure what needs to be addressed first. I guess I’ll figure that out.
How have y’all been?
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Glad to hear from you! It’s good that you’re working with your treatment team, even if it seems a daunting task at times. Just keep at it and i’m sure you will get through all this.
I have been doing ok, thanks. The depression that I thought would never end ended so that’s good. I’m just cruising along now. Spending a lot of time writing and, of course, on the forum.
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I actually got an email notification that you started this thread or else it probably would’ve been longer before I hopped on the forum lol. I’ve been really scatterbrained lately and mentally exhausted. I’m trying to work with them as best as I can.
Glad you’ve been doing okay and that the depression ended! That’s definitely a good thing.
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Thanks, man! Keep us posted on your progress whenever you get a chance. I know you’re busy but just know we’re in your corner rooting for you.
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Thanks!
I’ll try to be more active. This forum has been a really good thing for me. I appreciate your kindness.
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Nice to see you @Dreamer. Good luck getting your PTSD under control. Sorry things have piled up on you like this. Wishing you smooth sailing ahead!
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Appreciate it @Sardonic. Just taking things as they come.
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Good luck with your treatment plan, @Dreamer! PTSD is hard to work through, but you can and will get better. Thanks for checking in with us. I’ll leave this list of crisis lines you can use instead of self-harming. My personal favorite is the crisis text line.
International suicide hotlines:
http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html
http://www.suicidestop.com/suicide_prevention_chat_online.html
Suicide hotlines in the U.S.:
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Thanks @Ninjastar
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Just don’t let doctor define you.
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I’m so glad you’re alive!! I was REALLY worried!! I didn’t know you struggled with self harm. Do you feel it’s out of hand? What are PRS appointments?
You don’t need to know what needs to be addressed first. You are doing hard work, and leading the march in your recovery, but you will still be guided. It is one step at a time. Where are you staying? Do you have support?
I’m doing okay. I’ve stopped hallucinating for the first time in four years, so that’s a praise. But I’m also still suicidal. Life feels very hard, and I’m overwhelmed by it. My medication is great for my mind but hard on my body. Thank you for asking!
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Well I’m really sorry I worried you. I’ve struggled with self harm for years, actually. I’m not sure I’d say it’s out of hand, I just feel like I have to do it or something bad or worse will happen.
PRS stands for psychosocial rehabilitative services. We do things like life skills, coping skills, symptom management, etc.
I’m staying with my mom and my sister. As far as supportive… Honestly? Not really. I spend 90% of my time alone. Seems like they only talk to me when they have to.
It’s really good to hear you’ve stopped hallucinating, but I’m terribly sorry you’re still suicidal. Take things one day at a time and try to remember things won’t stay bad forever. That’s what I try to do.
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I understand about the self-harm. It makes me really sad for you. I wish I could take it all away.
Are PRS appts a group thing?
I’m so sorry your mom and sister aren’t supportive. You need comfort and encouragement. It’s nice of them to let you live with them though.
One day at a time for sure.
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I have two individual PRS appointments a week and one group one.
And it’s okay. Not saying it’s a good thing, but I’ve gotten used to it.
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Wonderful that you have treatment available to you!
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