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<blockquote data-quote="Marguerite" data-source="post: 377274" data-attributes="member: 1991"><p>I think the issue here is - dealing with kids is stressful. difficult children much more so. PTSD is a specific disorder and while it can be a shocker, it is not the only stress-rlated mental disorder, nor is it necessarily the most serious. But it IS specific.</p><p></p><p>MICHL, I strongly suggest you go to your doctor and say, "I am needing help in dealing with extreme stress," and DON'T mention "I think I have PTSD." Because although this MAY be PTSD, it also may not. And it would be a shame for you to be sent away with a pat on the head, when you really do need help.</p><p></p><p>It's like going to the doctor after you've had a car accident and saying, "I think I have a broken leg," and the doctor says, "No, it's just bruised," and sends you home - when you happen to have a broken pelvis. And sprains, bruises, cuts and abrasions.</p><p></p><p>Deal with what you know IS, not a label you think might apply but are not sure. Because frankly, from what you describe, what IS is plenty bad enough to be asking for help.</p><p></p><p>Marg</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Marguerite, post: 377274, member: 1991"] I think the issue here is - dealing with kids is stressful. difficult children much more so. PTSD is a specific disorder and while it can be a shocker, it is not the only stress-rlated mental disorder, nor is it necessarily the most serious. But it IS specific. MICHL, I strongly suggest you go to your doctor and say, "I am needing help in dealing with extreme stress," and DON'T mention "I think I have PTSD." Because although this MAY be PTSD, it also may not. And it would be a shame for you to be sent away with a pat on the head, when you really do need help. It's like going to the doctor after you've had a car accident and saying, "I think I have a broken leg," and the doctor says, "No, it's just bruised," and sends you home - when you happen to have a broken pelvis. And sprains, bruises, cuts and abrasions. Deal with what you know IS, not a label you think might apply but are not sure. Because frankly, from what you describe, what IS is plenty bad enough to be asking for help. Marg [/QUOTE]
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