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Default Do I have post traumatic stress disorder? - 12-30-2008, 12:50 AM

I'm 15 years old. When i was a child i was sexually abused by three people who were close to me. I also have been in relationships that i have been sexually harassed and sexually abused. Now when i'm getting"in to the moment"with my serious boyfriend, i start to freak out and become distant because i picture terrible past events that have happened to me. Its tearing my relationship apart. I also have trouble sleeping and consintrating on work at school. I also hate going out with my friends and im very jumpy all the time. I have a very low-self esteem. I need to know if i have post traumatic stress disorder before i tell anyone about my past so i dont sound crazy.
   
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Default 01-11-2009, 09:21 PM

it's possible, but you should talk to a counselor. your school should have a social worker that you can go to (school social workers are trained specifically in youth issues and in counseling and they're free). just talking about your past with someone will help you feel better. don't have people on yahoo answers diagnose you. see a professional.
   
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Default 01-13-2009, 12:32 AM

It is possible that you do have PTSD.You will need to seek therapy to confirm this and to help learn to deal with all the emotions you're feeling.What happened to you is awful, and I am sorry, but therapy can help!
   
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Default 03-17-2009, 07:41 AM

Yes, you sound like a classic case for PTSD. You MUST speak to a counsellor or psychologist who can help you sort through your feelings regarding the abuse you have been wrongly subjected to. You are definitely not crazy. In fact, I admire you for going on this long as well as you have. Please tell your parents as soon as possible and get into treatment. Good luck!
   
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