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Try easing yourself into it, try talking to someone every now and again. And this is going to sound bad, but you should feel *some* hesitation as a lot of people will just want to use you, but some people will and do genuinely care for you. And it’s not fair to yourself or them to push them away out of fear. So try to reach out and see who wants to talk and spend time with you. And if after a while they still want to talk or hang out, they’re likely a good friend 💙
Thank you. You're not alone. I've been stuck there for my entire life it seems. I'm accepting that I'm better off alone as opposed to dragging another down this crazy rabbit hole. I'm slowly realizing that I am enough and I'm ok alone. I'm stronger than I thought I was. I can care for myself first. I don't need to disassociate or numb out. The biggest thing I deal with daily is fear of literally everything. I can't even explain that myself but it's real. God bless you.
I'm in a 5yr relationship and the last 2yrs has been hell for me until last night and this morning after a (what I now understand) as a ADHD/C-PTSD meltdown. It was building up. It impacted my partner and now I'm in relationship recovery mode. I have learned what's happened, why and can now apologise to my partner genuinely and share what I now know.
I can barely sleep unnaturally at this point and I don't seem to dream, or I can't remember them. Prior to my the traumatic event, I was a very vivid dreamer and I could recall them fairly well.
I as well it's very unfamiliar to me not to dream . Something is amiss .ty for opening up we need to find out why we are having this change in a life long friend/enemy hand in hand to nothingness, its empty . I got a glimpse the other night of white sand everywhere. But that's it...very curious.
I'm ashamed because of cptsd. My mood swings and dysregulation are a lot for my spouse. I can't have close relationships because I get triggered daily can't seem to see people but threats. I don't see the point in any of the trauma I went through and I don't see a future where I have close relationships. I've been in therapy for 6 years. It's not helping.
Omg I had no idea about the libido thing. Makes so much sense! I've seen so many doctors about this. Just another one of my longstanding issues explained by complex trauma. Amazing the mind body connection.
Thank you for sharing your experience and offering such encouraging advice. Finding the right doctor or therapist for complex PTSD (cPTSD) can be a challenging journey, but your persistence is inspiring. It’s a reminder that healing is possible, even if it takes time to find the right support. Your words will undoubtedly encourage others to keep searching and not give up hope. Finding someone who truly understands your needs can make all the difference in the healing process. Also, I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video. Additionally, if you're interested in more tips on the topic or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes.
I have been diagnosed with cptsd and this is the 1st video I have ever watched that explains how it feels, it's a living nightmare which you try to learn to hide, no friends no help no future... do a goodle search for CPTSD and google asks do you want to search for PTSD instead, thank you for this video i'm based in the UK Alan
Thank you for sharing, Alan. I’m really sorry you’ve felt so alone in this-it’s truly a difficult and isolating experience. CPTSD is often misunderstood or overlooked, so it’s frustrating when even a simple search doesn’t reflect what you’re going through. It can feel like you’re invisible, hiding the pain while struggling to get the right kind of support. I’m glad the video resonated with you, and I hope it’s a reminder that you’re not alone in this, even when it feels that way. Also, if you’re comfortable, please free to share what you found most useful from the video. Additionally, if you're interested in learning more on the topic or want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes. I truly hope you find the support and understanding you deserve. Please take care of yourself, and know that your experience matters.
@@DocSnipes Hi Doc I have Fibromyalgia, Costochondritis & C-PTSD, I have been going through this for many years (60 now) I would say from the age of 9 in a care home when I had my 1st sexually abuse, this happened more times then I care to even think about when I come out of care age 13 I was again sexually abused for some years and also beaten quite badly, to be honest I'm not sure which is worse mental and physical abuse from partners or from predators. I was dating last august when for no reason I lost all my libido and even tried pills to help with that but they never worked, I sort of knew it was a mental thing even though I'm not a professional, this lady left me 1 month later. I have been researching the terms like icd 11 and others as I have seen it pop up here and there online, it's hard to think right now and such an effort to do even the basic things like keeping clean, I dont even want to go outside in the garden, I spend many hours looking at my web cams for dangers my belly feels like its been punched. Monday for no reason my left leg would not bend the pain was unreal felt like it was a nerve thing maybe but after 2 days in bed I slowly kept trying to get up and move around on the 3rd day I was able to stand 4 day it had more or less gone. this has become a day by day thing where I force myself to do things and force myself to go out in the garden and do even 1 chore, may I ask a question please? for many years I have found I cant cope being indoors with no noise when I sleep at nights I need the TV on all night or I cant sleep. any ways it's 12pm here and I need to force myself to do some chores I need to keep fighting this, my Dr gives me Quetiapine 300mg and sertraline 200mg a day in case your wondering . thank you Alan
Doc Snipes, this nailed me in every way. I'm wondering if spending my 1st week alive in an incubator, I was born in August 1960 with sever yellow jaundice. My mom said it was 2 weeks before she could even hold me. Then at age 2 1/2-3, I was hit by a car while riding my tricycle. The neighbor completely ran over me while backing his station wagon out of his driveway. I was pulled out from under his car where I was pinned. Even though my head was bleeding, my mom never took me to a hospital. The sexual trauma I experienced starting at age 4, until we moved 2 years later, however, was life altering in many ways because for starters ( this will sound crazy to most but oh well), I felt a huge sense of abandonment and believed it was my fault that we moved. I learned much later in life that this "loss", (you don't know at the time of the abuse that that isn't "normal" and top that with the guilt that it can feel good even, as sick as that sounds. I know you understand this Doc Snipes. I spent the next 10 years isolating in a rocking chair, back and forth, while putting on a smile for friends, family and teachers shoving those messy thoughts and feelings so far down I still struggle identifying what or who I am today. The trauma was consistent and continued to the point...well let's just say my way of dealing was self harm and self destruct to the extreme. I can't tell you why I survived. How is just a blur. I believe my "attachment theory" was prophetic, along with a brain injury before age 3...is there any way to prove this with a scan? Thank you. Healing on my own alone.
I am so deeply sorry that happened to you. You can ask your Doctor about the cat scan. Here are the videos on healing the inner child also videos on healing from cPTSD (releasing trauma). ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=innerchild ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=cptsd ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=Releasing%20trauma
Oh god. These aren’t normal? I’m still trying to understand my diagnosis. I thought it was basically PTSD with more GAD symptoms. But I’m finding out just how different my experiences are than others. I really thought everyone was pessimistic, untrusting, unable to relax, and stressed all the time, and it never occurred to me that maybe some of my autoimmune issues are from stress when I have them outside if a flare up. I thought everyone had days where they cannot make their brain shut off so they can finish doing something, and shame was just a naturally easy to feel emotion. Insomnia is pretty natural and I don’t really have the low libido thing all the time. It goes back and forth with me and I never thought maybe that was mental health related.
Your content is so amazing! Would you mind doing a video letting us know how to find a doctor or practitioner that can help us in the way that you do? It’s so far not an easy task for me. Thank you so much for all that you do!!!
I feel like I have a longer list of mental health problems, which includes ADHD, BPD, cPTSD and more. I don't think I have regular PTSD symptoms. I think that an other mental health condition helped me to suppress it, so cPTSD being the extension of PTSD doesn't apply for me. I can also be in my hypersexual mood outside of a stressing environment.
You are so very welcome! I am sorry that happened to you and I appreciate you watching! Other videos that might help you cope with cPTSD can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
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I am sorry about that and I appreciate you watching! Other videos that might help you cope with cPTSD can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
You’re so welcome. I appreciate you watching and am grateful to be of help. If you’re interested in videos on CPTSD, you can find them at: ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
A while ago, I had a major toothache, than I went to lay/ curl up in the bed. I felt like I deserved it, than I took a pain killer and it felt much better. Before, I had long and unhealthy hair. Kind of suffered from it, than I used hair conditioner and it felt much better. I can hardly convince to help myself. Sometimes I feel like someone else's life is worth more than mine and it's triggering when someone's behavior reminds me to my abuser.
Wow that was so helpful! So concise and simple to understand. Helped some of the stuck, younger parts of me to grasp what I've been trying (and my therapist) to tell myself for years. Can't wait to explore this channel!
Literally every single thing you mentioned in this video are things I experience, from the mood swings to no libido. From the terrible sleep to IBS. From the detachment and no energy to care to the extremely negative views about myself. All this time I thought these were just all who I am as a person, and I guess, if you think about it, these things really do define me as a person. A very nervous wreck with lots of traumatic shit I had to go through and every day just being on survival mode, honestly, because I just don't know how to live any different, really.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It sounds like you’ve been carrying a lot for a long time. Many of the symptoms you mentioned are really common for people who’ve gone through significant trauma, and it’s understandable that it can feel like they define who you are. Recognizing that these patterns might be connected to cPTSD is a powerful first step. It’s possible to move from just surviving to finding ways to live that feel more manageable and fulfilling. Please check out my AI allceus.com/AskDocSnipes for tips and tools on addressing cPTSD and to search for videos in the video library and be gentle with yourself as you explore what tips work best for you. Also, I’d appreciate it if you shared what you’ve found most useful from the video. You’re not alone in this.
@@DocSnipes well to be honest what I found most useful is that you've adressed symptoms I hadn't heard of as symptoms of cPTSD. I've been looking into it for a month now as my psychologist suggested that I might have cPTSD and lots of things you mentioned in this video (low libido being one of those) hadn't even occured to me as symptoms of cPTSD. I mean, lots of these things I figured would just be ralted to my depression but I had no ideas that they were symptoms of cPTSD as well, but in the end it does make sense, honestly. So thank you for this broad spectrum of info you've given me. It somehow makes me feel better now I know these things are related. I really appreciate the info you've given me.
Hey Doc I check all these boxes especially the stress i refer to as the "pressure cooker" .. Left the army in 2017 and now almost 10 years later im more lost than when I was leaving to rebuild my life
Thank you for sharing that, and I’m really sorry you’re feeling this way. The “pressure cooker” sensation is a powerful metaphor for what living with complex PTSD can feel like, especially when you’ve been carrying that weight for so long. Many veterans and individuals with CPTSD describe this exact feeling-like everything is bottled up inside, with tension and stress constantly building, often without an easy way to release it. Leaving the military or any intense environment and trying to rebuild your life can be incredibly challenging, especially when your nervous system has been stuck in survival mode for so long. It's not unusual to feel more lost as time goes on because unresolved trauma can continue to impact your sense of identity, relationships, and overall well-being. You’ve taken an important step by recognizing these hidden signs in yourself, which is the first step toward healing. CPTSD is complex, and recovery often involves untangling years of built-up survival mechanisms that may have served you during difficult times but now feel like they’re holding you back. It’s also important to know that feeling lost doesn’t mean you can’t find your way again. Healing is not linear, and it’s okay if the process takes time. You might feel stuck now, but the fact that you’re seeking knowledge and understanding is a strong indicator that you’re ready to take back control. Please continue to reach out for support-whether that’s through therapy, veteran support groups, using my Ai allceus.com/AskDocSnipes or through communities that understand what you’re going through. You don’t have to navigate this alone, and there are people who can walk alongside you on this journey toward feeling more grounded and less overwhelmed by that “pressure cooker” inside. You deserve to find peace and reconnect with the parts of yourself that feel lost right now. Additionally, I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video.
Thank you for sharing your experience. It’s completely understandable that you feel all these challenges-C-PTSD, depression, anxiety, autism, ADHD, and even past head injuries-are connected in some way. The brain and body are deeply interconnected, and when we’ve experienced trauma, it can impact many different areas of our mental and physical health. C-PTSD in particular can often amplify symptoms of anxiety, depression, and even ADHD-like behaviors, such as difficulty focusing or regulating emotions. On top of that, autism can bring its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to sensory sensitivity or social interactions, and trauma can make those experiences even more overwhelming. It sounds like you’ve been through a lot, and I want to acknowledge how hard it can be to navigate this complex web of conditions. The good news is that understanding these connections can also be empowering. When you start to see how these pieces fit together, it opens up the possibility of addressing them in a more integrated way-focusing on tools and strategies that help manage multiple symptoms at once. Have you found anything that helps you manage this complex mix of experiences, or are there areas where you feel stuck? It’s okay to take things one step at a time, especially when it feels overwhelming. Additionally, if you're interested in more tips on c-PTSD, depression, anxiety, autism or ADHD, or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes.
I came into therapy because of a psychotic episode and derealisation, along with existential crisis, anxiety and depression. I couldn't imagine my future and realised that for my whole life I thought (for some reason??) that I'd die soon. I couldn't enjoy life, friendships, genuinely nothing. Always waiting for what would happen. Plus I've been diagnosed with BPD before so I though I was completely screwed up. Until my psychiatrist suggested that I might have CPTSD instead of BPD + millions of other diagnosis. And for the first time I related to what I read about a disorder. If any of you were diagnosed with BPD but were on a more functional side, it may also be a CPTSD. I'd recommend to do a double check at a psychiatrist. These disorders are so similar yet they have completely different treatment methods. DBT doesn't focus on trauma. Thank you for this video. It was really helpful.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I completely agree that cPTSD and trauma are often misdiagnosed as BPD, especially since they share many overlapping symptoms. It’s great that your psychiatrist took the time to dig deeper and explore a more accurate diagnosis for you-it can make all the difference in finding the right approach for healing. You’re absolutely right that cPTSD and BPD require different treatment methods. While DBT is often the go-to for BPD, a trauma-informed approach is key for addressing the underlying issues in cPTSD. I have several videos on trauma-informed approaches to treating BPD that dive deeper into these differences and explore more supportive methods for addressing trauma, you can use my Ai to search for them in the video library: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes. I’m glad you found the video on hidden signs of cPTSD helpful. It’s empowering when the pieces start to come together, and I hope your journey moving forward brings more clarity and healing. Take care and keep advocating for what resonates most with your experience. Additionally, I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video.
C-PTSD is not currently in the DSM 5, is it? A psychiatrist might just misdiagnose based on the fact that it's not in the book. I thought for a bit I had avoidant personality disorder, because there's a lot of overlap with C-PTSD symptoms. Many people with C-PTSD have executive function issues, which really does a number on your self esteem.
Correct its not in the current DSM-5. It's not the same as avoidant but yes difficulty with executive dysfunction is part of complex Ptsd. Also Adhd and complex ptsd sometimes go together for ppl.
I died a bit on the inside when I asked my therapist about BPD, and then she took out a little book to read me the definition of bipolar disorder. My trust in her went to 0 in that moment.
I am so sorry that happened to you and I am sorry you are struggling with fibromyalgia. Here are more videos on CPTSD: ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD Here are the videos on releasing trauma: ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=Releasing%20trauma
I also recommend the work of Irene Lyon, who posts on RUclips and has a lot of free resources. Her work is biology/nervous system based, and helps a lot of people with such symptoms.
I am sorry about that and I appreciate you watching! Other videos that might help you cope with cPTSD can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
Thank you, thought my partner has NPD, but CPTSD is definitely on the cards as well. Regardless of what it is, she needs help, no idea if she will accept it. Still no excuse of using me as a doormat, which I'be stopped being and she's not liking it.
When I was about 3 or 4 years old, the house in Ohio had a TV aerial that, when the wind blew at night, made spooky ghost sounds like a haunting and I was terrified, I screamed and screamed in the dark but my naive parents thought I knew better and I'd get used to it. My mother even laughed when she told me when I was older. For all of my life, I have suffered intense anxiety, low confidence, lack of self esteem, erectile dysfunction, chronic fatigue syndrome and a learning disability to where I cannot learn things in school because I cannot remember. I tried 2 psychiatrists but neither understood or could help me
That’s awful and I am sorry it happened to you. Please feel free to use my AI to learn more on cPTSD and search for videos in the video library allceus.com/AskDocSnipes
The more I look into the more sure I am I have cPTSD. I was diagnosed with BPD, thinking that might not be the case... 8/8 on the hidden signs. #1 especially.
I am sorry about that and I appreciate you watching the video. What did you find most useful from it? Other videos you might be interested in can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=trauma ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=cptsd
@@DocSnipes Most useful? Explaining the overlap with BPD, ADHD and Anxiety. Being able to simply identify the true condition, how else can it be properly addressed and managed in a healthy manner
@@pokeballz2502 Can you comment on the "splitting" phenomenon. The lady in the video says that happens with CPTSD. But from my understanding that's more of a BPD, and rarely if ever a CPTSD symptom.
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I tell people these symptoms and because of where I live people use that to their advantages, normally psychedelics help with getting me out of feeling like I am stuck or back in the situation. I used to have nightmares intense dreams, can't have people jump out scream in my sleep. People know this, and I have been very clear about triggers, yelling etc. Its difficult also when you have lived in homes where parents have been to war so they also have trauma and their are a lack of resources, for veterans and understanding how this can trigger down into their children... It's also hard because they disregard that Also in the areas I have lived in which is why I advocate for resources, have been deserts towards supporting this and a lot these discoveries are later found out in life. I am advocate for CBD products because they keep me from not being tired, and my body hold in the tension.
I am glad CBD products work for you. I actually have many videos on them on the channel. They can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CBD
Thank you for sharing that. Both PTSD and BPD can be complex and challenging to navigate, and it's understandable to feel uncertain about your diagnosis. Leaning towards CPTSD could make sense, especially if you've experienced prolonged trauma. Your awareness is a crucial step towards healing. I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video. Also, if you're interested in more videos on the topic or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes
I have many of these symptoms, even was diagnosed as Bipolar until I disclosed my trauma...Can you experience one trauma and still have cPTSD? Its been a decade since the event and I still can't sleep well at night, waking at little sounds. I have unexplained pain sometimes and absolutely emotional dysregulation issues and began acting more ADHD after the event (although I didn't realize it for ages) just...its all so relatable.
I grew up in a home with a narcissistic alcoholic parent who had us involved in a Catholic cult. Later I spent the better part of a decade married to a very volatile alcoholic (who thankfully is 10 years sober today). I spent a lot of time in my younger years thinking that "the world is a terrible place full of liars". I've processed thru a lot of it but it still effects me. I'm trying to do different for my daughter now.
Thank you for sharing your story. It sounds like you’ve been through incredibly difficult experiences, and it’s inspiring to see how much growth and awareness you’ve gained from them. The trauma from growing up in such environments and the impact it had on your worldview are deeply significant. It’s natural that those experiences would continue to have lingering effects, but your commitment to breaking those cycles for your daughter speaks volumes about your strength and resilience. Remember that healing is a journey, and it’s okay to still feel the impact of what you’ve been through. The fact that you’re consciously working to create a different, healthier environment for your daughter is powerful and will have a lasting positive effect on her. You’re not only healing yourself but also building a better future for her. Keep taking things one step at a time, and be gentle with yourself as you continue this journey. You’re doing something truly meaningful, and that’s worth celebrating. Also, I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video. Additionally, if you're interested in more tips on the topic or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes.
That's a good question. I'm pretty sure that I have both. I also used to have OCPD, but I don't think that's been an issue for me lately, my attention span doesn't allow for it anymore.
The diagnostic criteria of cPTSD specifically state that if cPTSD explains the symptoms, other diagnoses should not be given. ruclips.net/video/5SAGT8NQvwQ/видео.html
I've always had AVPD, but I believe I've developed CPTSD over the last 3. It's hard to differentiate whether I isolate myself because of AVPD or an additional CPTSD diagnosis.
You’re so welcome. I am grateful to be of help and I appreciate you watching the video. What did you find most helpful from it? Other videos you might be interested in can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=cptsd
Yes, it can, sadly. Thank you for watching the video. What did you find most useful from it? Other videos you might be interested in can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=trauma
I know someone this fits to a T. He was a caregiver for his terminal spouse, did home hospice, so the feeling of the other shoe getting ready to drop, did. How do they treat this as opposed to grief? How can they find a therapist? Many thanks!
I appreciate you watching! Other videos you might be interested in can be found at: ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD You can message support@docsnipes.com and we can try to help you find a therapist in their area.
Coping with ongoing trauma, especially when it's contributing to conditions like cPTSD, can be incredibly challenging. It's crucial to address both the symptoms you're experiencing and the causes of those symptoms. Until you feel safe both physically and emotionally, symptoms are likely to persist. Here are some strategies that might help you manage the situation: 1. Safety First: Your immediate safety is paramount. If possible, take steps to reduce exposure to the traumatic situation or seek help to do so. 2. Support System: Lean on a support system of friends, family, or a therapist who can provide emotional support and practical advice. 3. Self-Care: Engage in self-care practices that promote physical and emotional well-being, such as exercise, adequate sleep, and healthy eating. 4. Mindfulness and Grounding Techniques: These can help you stay present and reduce feelings of anxiety or panic. 5. Professional Help: A therapist trained in trauma can offer specific strategies to help you cope with your symptoms and work on healing, even while the trauma is ongoing. 6. Challenge Perspective: Try to view the situation as a challenge to overcome rather than an insurmountable barrier, and explore ways to navigate through it. * It's important to recognize that emotional dysregulation is a common response to trauma and not a reflection of being "overly emotional." Understanding that your reactions are part of a stress response can help you be more compassionate towards yourself. If you're in a situation where the trauma is ongoing and unavoidable, such as a job you can't immediately leave or a home environment you can't change, consider what steps you can take to minimize the impact. This might include setting boundaries, seeking legal assistance, or finding ways to emotionally detach from the source of trauma until you can make a change. Remember, it's not just about enduring the situation but finding ways to emerge successfully. Developing trauma resiliency can assist in preventing PTSD and breaking the cycle of intergenerational trauma. You can ask my AI to learn more on that and more easily find information in the video library allceus.com/AskDocSnipes
This poem explains what life is like to love a damaged person. Yeah, I have c-PTSD. Damaged people love you like you are a crime scene before a crime has even been committed. They keep their running shoes besides their souls every night, one eye open in case things change whilst they sleep. Their backs are always tense as though waiting to fight a sudden storm that might engulf them. Because damaged people have already seen hell. And damaged people understand that every evil demon that exists down there was once a kind angel before it fell. - The Way Damaged People Love by Nikita Gill
First, thank you for your service. Determining if you have Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) can be challenging, especially with a history of both combat and childhood trauma. C-PTSD often results from prolonged or repeated trauma, particularly in situations where escape feels impossible, such as in abusive households or during combat. Some common signs of C-PTSD include: • Persistent feelings of fear, shame, or guilt • Difficulty with emotional regulation • Challenges in relationships, including trust issues or feeling detached from others • Negative self-perception, such as feeling worthless or defeated • Recurrent, unwanted memories of the trauma • Avoidance of reminders of the trauma • Difficulty in maintaining a sense of self If these symptoms resonate with you, it might be worth reaching out to a mental health professional who specializes in trauma. They can provide a proper assessment and help you understand what you’re experiencing. It’s important to know that you don’t have to go through this alone-there are effective treatments available that can help you manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.
@@DocSnipes Well I reckon I'm a candidate for this. I have a bunch of the symptoms you mention and I dont have any support. I will not utilize the VA as that is not good health care.
The main difference between CPTSD (Complex PTSD) and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) is the nature and duration of the trauma. PTSD usually results from a single traumatic event, whereas CPTSD arises from prolonged or repeated trauma, often in childhood, such as abuse or neglect. Regarding your second question, there is some evidence suggesting a link between trauma-related conditions like CPTSD and the development of chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia. Trauma and stress can impact the body's nervous system and immune response, potentially leading to conditions like fibromyalgia. It's important for your girlfriend to work with healthcare professionals who understand the connections between these conditions to provide comprehensive care and support. I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video. Also, if you're interested in more videos on the topic or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes
I would love to see a video touching on cpstd parenting. I have severe cpstd and my son calls me Murphy's Law. It's really put a strain on my relationship as well as parenting for 30 years by myself. Not to mention I love to Doom scroll it's weird it helps me feel safe if I know what's going on out there then I know how to protect myself in here. I believe it's better to be safe than sorry. Help. Oh not to mention I wanted to say safety is an absolute illusion.
It sounds like you need to put boundaries down with your son who is actually gaslighting you, n devaluing, aka, making you feel bad about your worth. We must put strong n strict boundaries w CONSEQUENCES. Tell him to stop. and if he doesnt, refuse to talk to him until: number one. He respects u and apologizes, Or Tell him he's welcome to live somewhere else bc you don't tolerate his abuse.
Thanks . I am diagnosed with C-PTSD from childhood combined with marine corps combat, civilian paramedic and police officer traumas all rolled into a nice package to include alcoholism. 2 years sober, graduating Suma Cum Lade from Liberty U In Christian counseling, and close to finishing my first book. What I’m saying is there is hope! I love your explanations and insight into symptoms on your videos.
I am sorry you have been in counseling for 30+ years without getting better. Here is my video on 15 strategies for overcoming trauma: ruclips.net/user/liveURdSr6btIGg?si=EuWXdHaLFq9vVToR
Thanks for watching the video. If you experienced something really bad in the past regularly, but it's not happening anymore, it could still qualify as CPTSD. The key is that the trauma was repetitive or prolonged, and escape from it was difficult or impossible at the time.
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Dear Dr Snipes, I have cPTSD and now I have chronic, severe IBS C and I take laxatives nightly through my GP. How can I get rid of IBS C? It takes up so much of my time on the loo daily and I am on medication that I have tried to decrease to no avail. How can I get rid of IBS C please? I am going to have mindfulness online with a Dr of Psychology this year. My 3 narcissists who raised me or were with me as I was young at home, have recently stopped contacting me out of the blue. I have had trauma for decades and I denied it until recently. Please tell me who I could go to but I do not want hypnotherapy or Yoga as I am traditional Catholic but I was raised by atheists who hate my faith. Please advise me, Dr S. Love from Elizabeth in Yorkshire UK.
Holy shit…i have ptsd so it seems Great… I am officially a mess. So….if i am unhireable….what do i do ? I just….can’t keep any job, i just can’t. I mean….i am really trying, like really…but…its been 3 years or even my entire life since i am trying to get a job. I don’t know anymore…now to find out it might be this? I might have ptsd or C-ptsd and thats maybe another reason for why i struggle like hell?? I don’t know anymore… its almost 6 am in the morning and cant sleep, and its been like this for months or years….i lost track of time…i am aaaalways tired
I can really feel the exhaustion and frustration in your words. Discovering that you might have PTSD or C-PTSD can bring up a lot of emotions, especially when you’re already worn down from trying so hard to hold things together. You’re not a mess; you’re dealing with something incredibly tough that impacts every aspect of your life. When PTSD or C-PTSD is involved, it’s not just about trying harder-it’s about recognizing that the way your mind and body are reacting is a result of what you’ve been through. Struggling to keep a job, the constant exhaustion, and the difficulty with sleep are all common with trauma-related conditions. It’s not your fault, and it doesn’t mean you’re “unhireable.” It just means that your needs might be different right now. There are options out there that focus on trauma-informed care, whether through therapy, support groups, or even employment services that understand the challenges of PTSD and C-PTSD. You deserve support tailored to what you’re going through. Also, it’s okay to take things slow; healing doesn’t have a timeline, and right now, taking care of yourself is what’s most important. You’re not alone in this, even if it feels that way in the early hours of the morning. Reaching out for help and getting the right support can make a difference. You’ve been carrying a lot for a long time-maybe it’s time to find a way to lighten that load, even just a little bit. Additionally, I’d appreciate it if you were to share what you’ve found most useful from the video.
@@DocSnipes waw... thank you so much for taking time to write all those words for me! All the information in the video was very useful, it helped me and in the same time i feel like I am even more confused with my life, I always felt that is something wrong with me, even in college I was crying and telling my mom I am a complete loser and can't do anything. can't finish school, can't trust nobody and she was like "I don't understand you" and she was kind of...unspoken but telling me "you really are retarded and i can't take this shit anymore, get the fuck up and do what you have to do, stop complainig". She didn't said it, but the look in her face and her reactions... Not to mention that my father was always saying how stupid I am that I am not the same as others and like what the hell is wrong with me, get over it, while they were always fighting and i was locking in my room alone, not geting out of bed, not going to school, it was horrible. Until I met my husband and I could finaly get out of that trash. He is amazing, but I am still a mess. Thank you for your videos, I will show them to my husband since he is struggling also to fit into this world and...also trying to help me.
Thank you for watching the video. Yes, it is possible for a young person, such as a 15-17 year old, to develop Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) from being a caregiver to their ill parents. This is because C-PTSD can occur when a person, especially a child or adolescent, is exposed to extremely threatening or horrific situations with no hope of escape. Being a caregiver at a young age can be a highly stressful and demanding experience. The young person may feel trapped in their situation, with no hope of escape. Being a caregiver at a young age can be a highly stressful and demanding experience. The young person may feel trapped in their situation, with no escape from the responsibilities and pressures of caregiving. This can lead to feelings of helplessness and fear, which are key factors in the development of C-PTSD. Furthermore, if the young caregiver's basic needs, such as food or shelter, are not being met because they are focused on caring for their ill parents, this can also contribute to the development of C-PTSD. The constant state of fear and hypervigilance, coupled with the potential neglect of their own needs, can lead to a state of chronic stress and trauma. Symptoms of C-PTSD may include avoiding reminders of their caregiving experiences, re-experiencing traumatic events through flashbacks and nightmares, being constantly on guard, having extreme mood swings, low self-esteem, and difficulty trusting others. However, it's important to note that not all young caregivers will develop C-PTSD. The presence of supportive figures, such as other family members or professional support services, can help mitigate the risk. If you or someone you know is in this situation and exhibiting symptoms of C-PTSD, it's important to seek professional help. Treatment is available, and recovery is possible. Other videos you might be interested in can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=OCD
I'm not a doctor, but schizophrenia seems to me like it would be stressful; since cPTSD is a result of repeated stress, it certainly seems possible to me.
A person can have both cptsd and schizophrenia. I have schizoaffective disorder (meaning I meet criteria for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder) and cptsd, and my therapist has confirmed that some of my early childhood paranoid delusions (namely, delusions my family was going to abandon me, was trying to poison me, or was planning to torture me to death) were in themselves traumatizing and contributed to my cptsd.
I have a family member who has schizophrenia and Cptsd. I didn’t even notice the Cptsd til I lived with them for years as a adult. I suffer from Cptsd also.
Walking on eggshells, listening for changes in the character of others to be vigilant in case they get mad, learning what everyone’s footsteps sound like to determine if you are safe, spending all your energy trying not to make them mad, can’t express having a good day or they try to ruin it, cannot express true feelings out of fear….
Jesus helped me get through the toughest time of my life. Instead of crawling in a ball and feeling sorry for myself I fight back with a purpose to fulfill His promise to us. He will never leave us nor forsake us. ❤️🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for sharing your experience. It’s incredibly powerful to hear how your faith has played such an important role in helping you through tough times. For many people, having that deep sense of purpose and connection with something greater than themselves can be a tremendous source of strength, especially when it feels like the weight of trauma is too much to bear. Your story is a reminder of the different paths people take toward healing, and how faith can provide comfort, hope, and resilience. Holding onto the belief that you’re never alone, even in your hardest moments, is such a meaningful way to fight back against feelings of helplessness or despair. Thank you for sharing this message of hope and strength-it may resonate deeply with others who find solace in their faith during challenging times. Also, I don’t know if you know but I have a Bible Study RUclips channel that you might enjoy: youtube.com/@recoveryperfects?si=NbFclM5783--z4gR
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What should you do if the idea of a relationship fills you with dread, panic and fear? I've never had healthy friendships or familial relationships
Try easing yourself into it, try talking to someone every now and again. And this is going to sound bad, but you should feel *some* hesitation as a lot of people will just want to use you, but some people will and do genuinely care for you. And it’s not fair to yourself or them to push them away out of fear. So try to reach out and see who wants to talk and spend time with you. And if after a while they still want to talk or hang out, they’re likely a good friend 💙
Thank you. You're not alone. I've been stuck there for my entire life it seems.
I'm accepting that I'm better off alone as opposed to dragging another down this crazy rabbit hole.
I'm slowly realizing that I am enough and I'm ok alone. I'm stronger than I thought I was. I can care for myself first. I don't need to disassociate or numb out.
The biggest thing I deal with daily is fear of literally everything. I can't even explain that myself but it's real.
God bless you.
I'm in a 5yr relationship and the last 2yrs has been hell for me until last night and this morning after a (what I now understand) as a ADHD/C-PTSD meltdown. It was building up. It impacted my partner and now I'm in relationship recovery mode. I have learned what's happened, why and can now apologise to my partner genuinely and share what I now know.
I feel completely the same. I'm really struggling with this xx
Therapy and do inner child work and self reflection on your own while you're waiting for a good therapist.
I can barely sleep unnaturally at this point and I don't seem to dream, or I can't remember them. Prior to my the traumatic event, I was a very vivid dreamer and I could recall them fairly well.
I am sorry about that
@@DocSnipesThank you. I hope I recover enough to dream like I used to.
I as well it's very unfamiliar to me not to dream . Something is amiss .ty for opening up we need to find out why we are having this change in a life long friend/enemy hand in hand to nothingness, its empty . I got a glimpse the other night of white sand everywhere. But that's it...very curious.
Same here, I've noticed that a lot.
I'm ashamed because of cptsd. My mood swings and dysregulation are a lot for my spouse. I can't have close relationships because I get triggered daily can't seem to see people but threats. I don't see the point in any of the trauma I went through and I don't see a future where I have close relationships. I've been in therapy for 6 years. It's not helping.
Same fml
I’ve heard emdr can help
Right with you, mandy
Watch Jerry Wise and Jay Reid, may help.
Totally get it.
Omg I had no idea about the libido thing. Makes so much sense! I've seen so many doctors about this. Just another one of my longstanding issues explained by complex trauma. Amazing the mind body connection.
It took me years to find the right doctor..... don't give up
Thank you for sharing your experience and offering such encouraging advice. Finding the right doctor or therapist for complex PTSD (cPTSD) can be a challenging journey, but your persistence is inspiring. It’s a reminder that healing is possible, even if it takes time to find the right support. Your words will undoubtedly encourage others to keep searching and not give up hope. Finding someone who truly understands your needs can make all the difference in the healing process.
Also, I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video. Additionally, if you're interested in more tips on the topic or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes.
This video feels so accurate. I feel seen and understood. Thank you!♥️
appreciate you watching!Other videos you might be interested in can be found at: ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
I have been diagnosed with cptsd and this is the 1st video I have ever watched that explains how it feels, it's a living nightmare which you try to learn to hide, no friends no help no future... do a goodle search for CPTSD and google asks do you want to search for PTSD instead, thank you for this video i'm based in the UK Alan
Thank you for sharing, Alan. I’m really sorry you’ve felt so alone in this-it’s truly a difficult and isolating experience. CPTSD is often misunderstood or overlooked, so it’s frustrating when even a simple search doesn’t reflect what you’re going through. It can feel like you’re invisible, hiding the pain while struggling to get the right kind of support. I’m glad the video resonated with you, and I hope it’s a reminder that you’re not alone in this, even when it feels that way.
Also, if you’re comfortable, please free to share what you found most useful from the video. Additionally, if you're interested in learning more on the topic or want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes.
I truly hope you find the support and understanding you deserve. Please take care of yourself, and know that your experience matters.
@@DocSnipes Hi Doc I have Fibromyalgia, Costochondritis & C-PTSD, I have been going through this for many years (60 now) I would say from the age of 9 in a care home when I had my 1st sexually abuse, this happened more times then I care to even think about when I come out of care age 13 I was again sexually abused for some years and also beaten quite badly, to be honest I'm not sure which is worse mental and physical abuse from partners or from predators. I was dating last august when for no reason I lost all my libido and even tried pills to help with that but they never worked, I sort of knew it was a mental thing even though I'm not a professional, this lady left me 1 month later. I have been researching the terms like icd 11 and others as I have seen it pop up here and there online, it's hard to think right now and such an effort to do even the basic things like keeping clean, I dont even want to go outside in the garden, I spend many hours looking at my web cams for dangers my belly feels like its been punched. Monday for no reason my left leg would not bend the pain was unreal felt like it was a nerve thing maybe but after 2 days in bed I slowly kept trying to get up and move around on the 3rd day I was able to stand 4 day it had more or less gone. this has become a day by day thing where I force myself to do things and force myself to go out in the garden and do even 1 chore, may I ask a question please? for many years I have found I cant cope being indoors with no noise when I sleep at nights I need the TV on all night or I cant sleep. any ways it's 12pm here and I need to force myself to do some chores I need to keep fighting this, my Dr gives me Quetiapine 300mg and sertraline 200mg a day in case your wondering . thank you Alan
Doc Snipes, this nailed me in every way.
I'm wondering if spending my 1st week alive in an incubator, I was born in August 1960 with sever yellow jaundice. My mom said it was 2 weeks before she could even hold me. Then at age 2 1/2-3, I was hit by a car while riding my tricycle. The neighbor completely ran over me while backing his station wagon out of his driveway. I was pulled out from under his car where I was pinned. Even though my head was bleeding, my mom never took me to a hospital.
The sexual trauma I experienced starting at age 4, until we moved 2 years later, however, was life altering in many ways because for starters ( this will sound crazy to most but oh well), I felt a huge sense of abandonment and believed it was my fault that we moved.
I learned much later in life that this "loss", (you don't know at the time of the abuse that that isn't "normal" and top that with the guilt that it can feel good even, as sick as that sounds. I know you understand this Doc Snipes.
I spent the next 10 years isolating in a rocking chair, back and forth, while putting on a smile for friends, family and teachers shoving those messy thoughts and feelings so far down I still struggle identifying what or who I am today.
The trauma was consistent and continued to the point...well let's just say my way of dealing was self harm and self destruct to the extreme.
I can't tell you why I survived. How is just a blur.
I believe my "attachment theory" was prophetic, along with a brain injury before age 3...is there any way to prove this with a scan?
Thank you.
Healing on my own alone.
I am so deeply sorry that happened to you. You can ask your Doctor about the cat scan. Here are the videos on healing the inner child also videos on healing from cPTSD (releasing trauma).
ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=innerchild
ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=cptsd
ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=Releasing%20trauma
Omg! You had too many difficult situations as a baby and child! We can heal and learn to love ourselves. Don't ever give up!
Sense of loss after moving away from abuser.. ❤
I'm so grateful for this video .
So, I don't have ptsd nor cptsd, thank you, thank you for this video Dr. Thank you! ❤️🌹
So welcome. I appreciate you watching.
Do you have anything?
Oh god. These aren’t normal? I’m still trying to understand my diagnosis. I thought it was basically PTSD with more GAD symptoms. But I’m finding out just how different my experiences are than others. I really thought everyone was pessimistic, untrusting, unable to relax, and stressed all the time, and it never occurred to me that maybe some of my autoimmune issues are from stress when I have them outside if a flare up. I thought everyone had days where they cannot make their brain shut off so they can finish doing something, and shame was just a naturally easy to feel emotion. Insomnia is pretty natural and I don’t really have the low libido thing all the time. It goes back and forth with me and I never thought maybe that was mental health related.
I am sorry you are struggling with all of these and I appreciate you watching the video
Your content is so amazing! Would you mind doing a video letting us know how to find a doctor or practitioner that can help us in the way that you do? It’s so far not an easy task for me. Thank you so much for all that you do!!!
This ⬆️‼️ It’s super hard to find a helpful therapist.
Yes it is!!!!!! I deal with a huge amount of tramma and i cant find a therapist that can help me through.
I feel like I have a longer list of mental health problems, which includes ADHD, BPD, cPTSD and more. I don't think I have regular PTSD symptoms. I think that an other mental health condition helped me to suppress it, so cPTSD being the extension of PTSD doesn't apply for me. I can also be in my hypersexual mood outside of a stressing environment.
Very informative, thank you Dr. Snipes. I've endured three years of bullying during my school years, pretty sure it was a brain changing experience
@@astraetluna oh, sorry to hear that! I wish you plenty good experiences!
You are so very welcome! I am sorry that happened to you and I appreciate you watching! Other videos that might help you cope with cPTSD can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
THANK YOU DOC SNIPES FOR ALL YOU DO TO SHARE YOUR KNOWLEDGE AND INSIGHT WITH ANYBODY THATS INTERESTED NEVER EXPECTING ANY PAYMENT ONLY BECAUSE I KNOW THAT ANY PROFESSIONAL ADVICE THAT WE GAIN WOULD COST ANYBODY A PRETTY GOOD SIZE AMOUNT OF CASH TO GET THIS VALUABLE INFORMATION SO I JUST WANTED DOC TO THANK YOU AGAIN FOR ALL YOU DO FOR SHARING VALUABLE INFO THAT WE CAN USE IN OUR DAILY LIFE
So welcome. Other videos you might be interested in can be found at: ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
This is so me!! Noone helps!!
I am sorry about that and I appreciate you watching! Other videos that might help you cope with cPTSD can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
What about Jesus? Try it ❤️
FANTASTIC VIDEO IT HAS REALLY HELPED ME. NOW I UNDERSTAND WHAT I HAVE AND WHY I HAVE IT.
You’re so welcome. I appreciate you watching and am grateful to be of help. If you’re interested in videos on CPTSD, you can find them at: ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
A while ago, I had a major toothache, than I went to lay/ curl up in the bed. I felt like I deserved it, than I took a pain killer and it felt much better.
Before, I had long and unhealthy hair. Kind of suffered from it, than I used hair conditioner and it felt much better.
I can hardly convince to help myself. Sometimes I feel like someone else's life is worth more than mine and it's triggering when someone's behavior reminds me to my abuser.
I appreciate you watching! Other videos that might help you cope with cPTSD can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
Wow that was so helpful! So concise and simple to understand. Helped some of the stuck, younger parts of me to grasp what I've been trying (and my therapist) to tell myself for years. Can't wait to explore this channel!
GREAT! Thanks for watching. Wishing you peace, health, and happiness.
This is me as well as my husband. ❤ thank you for your resources.
You’re so welcome. Thank you for watching.
Dawn, your power color is purple. In other words, you look good in it and it suits you.
I appreciate you watching
I struggle with this every single day!!
(mcclendontripz)
Got psych’s**
I would have never thought about those differentials.
I appreciate you watching!
Literally every single thing you mentioned in this video are things I experience, from the mood swings to no libido. From the terrible sleep to IBS. From the detachment and no energy to care to the extremely negative views about myself. All this time I thought these were just all who I am as a person, and I guess, if you think about it, these things really do define me as a person. A very nervous wreck with lots of traumatic shit I had to go through and every day just being on survival mode, honestly, because I just don't know how to live any different, really.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It sounds like you’ve been carrying a lot for a long time. Many of the symptoms you mentioned are really common for people who’ve gone through significant trauma, and it’s understandable that it can feel like they define who you are. Recognizing that these patterns might be connected to cPTSD is a powerful first step. It’s possible to move from just surviving to finding ways to live that feel more manageable and fulfilling. Please check out my AI allceus.com/AskDocSnipes for tips and tools on addressing cPTSD and to search for videos in the video library and be gentle with yourself as you explore what tips work best for you.
Also, I’d appreciate it if you shared what you’ve found most useful from the video. You’re not alone in this.
@@DocSnipes well to be honest what I found most useful is that you've adressed symptoms I hadn't heard of as symptoms of cPTSD. I've been looking into it for a month now as my psychologist suggested that I might have cPTSD and lots of things you mentioned in this video (low libido being one of those) hadn't even occured to me as symptoms of cPTSD. I mean, lots of these things I figured would just be ralted to my depression but I had no ideas that they were symptoms of cPTSD as well, but in the end it does make sense, honestly. So thank you for this broad spectrum of info you've given me. It somehow makes me feel better now I know these things are related. I really appreciate the info you've given me.
Hey Doc I check all these boxes especially the stress i refer to as the "pressure cooker" .. Left the army in 2017 and now almost 10 years later im more lost than when I was leaving to rebuild my life
Thank you for sharing that, and I’m really sorry you’re feeling this way. The “pressure cooker” sensation is a powerful metaphor for what living with complex PTSD can feel like, especially when you’ve been carrying that weight for so long. Many veterans and individuals with CPTSD describe this exact feeling-like everything is bottled up inside, with tension and stress constantly building, often without an easy way to release it.
Leaving the military or any intense environment and trying to rebuild your life can be incredibly challenging, especially when your nervous system has been stuck in survival mode for so long. It's not unusual to feel more lost as time goes on because unresolved trauma can continue to impact your sense of identity, relationships, and overall well-being.
You’ve taken an important step by recognizing these hidden signs in yourself, which is the first step toward healing. CPTSD is complex, and recovery often involves untangling years of built-up survival mechanisms that may have served you during difficult times but now feel like they’re holding you back.
It’s also important to know that feeling lost doesn’t mean you can’t find your way again. Healing is not linear, and it’s okay if the process takes time. You might feel stuck now, but the fact that you’re seeking knowledge and understanding is a strong indicator that you’re ready to take back control.
Please continue to reach out for support-whether that’s through therapy, veteran support groups, using my Ai allceus.com/AskDocSnipes or through communities that understand what you’re going through. You don’t have to navigate this alone, and there are people who can walk alongside you on this journey toward feeling more grounded and less overwhelmed by that “pressure cooker” inside. You deserve to find peace and reconnect with the parts of yourself that feel lost right now.
Additionally, I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video.
I have c-PTSD. I also have depression, anxiety, autism, and ADHD. I had head injuries as a child. For me they are all connected in some way.
Thank you for sharing your experience. It’s completely understandable that you feel all these challenges-C-PTSD, depression, anxiety, autism, ADHD, and even past head injuries-are connected in some way. The brain and body are deeply interconnected, and when we’ve experienced trauma, it can impact many different areas of our mental and physical health.
C-PTSD in particular can often amplify symptoms of anxiety, depression, and even ADHD-like behaviors, such as difficulty focusing or regulating emotions. On top of that, autism can bring its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to sensory sensitivity or social interactions, and trauma can make those experiences even more overwhelming.
It sounds like you’ve been through a lot, and I want to acknowledge how hard it can be to navigate this complex web of conditions. The good news is that understanding these connections can also be empowering. When you start to see how these pieces fit together, it opens up the possibility of addressing them in a more integrated way-focusing on tools and strategies that help manage multiple symptoms at once.
Have you found anything that helps you manage this complex mix of experiences, or are there areas where you feel stuck? It’s okay to take things one step at a time, especially when it feels overwhelming.
Additionally, if you're interested in more tips on c-PTSD, depression, anxiety, autism or ADHD, or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes.
I came into therapy because of a psychotic episode and derealisation, along with existential crisis, anxiety and depression. I couldn't imagine my future and realised that for my whole life I thought (for some reason??) that I'd die soon. I couldn't enjoy life, friendships, genuinely nothing. Always waiting for what would happen. Plus I've been diagnosed with BPD before so I though I was completely screwed up.
Until my psychiatrist suggested that I might have CPTSD instead of BPD + millions of other diagnosis. And for the first time I related to what I read about a disorder.
If any of you were diagnosed with BPD but were on a more functional side, it may also be a CPTSD. I'd recommend to do a double check at a psychiatrist. These disorders are so similar yet they have completely different treatment methods. DBT doesn't focus on trauma.
Thank you for this video. It was really helpful.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I completely agree that cPTSD and trauma are often misdiagnosed as BPD, especially since they share many overlapping symptoms. It’s great that your psychiatrist took the time to dig deeper and explore a more accurate diagnosis for you-it can make all the difference in finding the right approach for healing.
You’re absolutely right that cPTSD and BPD require different treatment methods. While DBT is often the go-to for BPD, a trauma-informed approach is key for addressing the underlying issues in cPTSD. I have several videos on trauma-informed approaches to treating BPD that dive deeper into these differences and explore more supportive methods for addressing trauma, you can use my Ai to search for them in the video library: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes.
I’m glad you found the video on hidden signs of cPTSD helpful. It’s empowering when the pieces start to come together, and I hope your journey moving forward brings more clarity and healing. Take care and keep advocating for what resonates most with your experience.
Additionally, I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video.
C-PTSD is not currently in the DSM 5, is it? A psychiatrist might just misdiagnose based on the fact that it's not in the book. I thought for a bit I had avoidant personality disorder, because there's a lot of overlap with C-PTSD symptoms. Many people with C-PTSD have executive function issues, which really does a number on your self esteem.
Correct its not in the current DSM-5. It's not the same as avoidant but yes difficulty with executive dysfunction is part of complex Ptsd. Also Adhd and complex ptsd sometimes go together for ppl.
I died a bit on the inside when I asked my therapist about BPD, and then she took out a little book to read me the definition of bipolar disorder. My trust in her went to 0 in that moment.
You're a hero. Hope u know that
I appreciate you watching.
The entire video I was just saying "Yup! Yup!".
I appreciate you watching! Other videos that might help you cope with cPTSD can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
Same
I have fibro and the knots in my muscles from the stress isn't helping. Not getting much help
Thank you for making this video :)
You’re so very welcome. Thank you so much for watching. How many signs apply to you?
Only 6 of the 8. Re traumatised every time I have a fibromyalgia flare from a road accident. Never recovered, slowly gotten worse.
I am so sorry that happened to you and I am sorry you are struggling with fibromyalgia. Here are more videos on CPTSD: ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
Here are the videos on releasing trauma: ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=Releasing%20trauma
I also recommend the work of Irene Lyon, who posts on RUclips and has a lot of free resources. Her work is biology/nervous system based, and helps a lot of people with such symptoms.
I have struggled with this for too long, it's very debilitating.
I am sorry about that and I appreciate you watching! Other videos that might help you cope with cPTSD can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CPTSD
same. :( i don’t know what to do :(
Thank you, thought my partner has NPD, but CPTSD is definitely on the cards as well.
Regardless of what it is, she needs help, no idea if she will accept it.
Still no excuse of using me as a doormat, which I'be stopped being and she's not liking it.
I am sorry about that and I appreciate you watching the video. What tips from the video will you use to help your partner and yourself?
What did you do to help yourself?
When I was about 3 or 4 years old, the house in Ohio had a TV aerial that, when the wind blew at night, made spooky ghost sounds like a haunting and I was terrified, I screamed and screamed in the dark but my naive parents thought I knew better and I'd get used to it. My mother even laughed when she told me when I was older. For all of my life, I have suffered intense anxiety, low confidence, lack of self esteem, erectile dysfunction, chronic fatigue syndrome and a learning disability to where I cannot learn things in school because I cannot remember. I tried 2 psychiatrists but neither understood or could help me
That’s awful and I am sorry it happened to you. Please feel free to use my AI to learn more on cPTSD and search for videos in the video library allceus.com/AskDocSnipes
Excellent video!
Thank you very much! Other videos you might be interested in can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=trauma
Cptsd/complex greif combo? Video on this
How would you treat and fix this?
The more I look into the more sure I am I have cPTSD. I was diagnosed with BPD, thinking that might not be the case... 8/8 on the hidden signs. #1 especially.
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@@DocSnipes Most useful? Explaining the overlap with BPD, ADHD and Anxiety. Being able to simply identify the true condition, how else can it be properly addressed and managed in a healthy manner
@@pokeballz2502 Can you comment on the "splitting" phenomenon. The lady in the video says that happens with CPTSD. But from my understanding that's more of a BPD, and rarely if ever a CPTSD symptom.
I'm at a loss, as to what to do!! I should say how to do things.
Check her comment
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I tell people these symptoms and because of where I live people use that to their advantages, normally psychedelics help with getting me out of feeling like I am stuck or back in the situation. I used to have nightmares intense dreams, can't have people jump out scream in my sleep. People know this, and I have been very clear about triggers, yelling etc. Its difficult also when you have lived in homes where parents have been to war so they also have trauma and their are a lack of resources, for veterans and understanding how this can trigger down into their children... It's also hard because they disregard that Also in the areas I have lived in which is why I advocate for resources, have been deserts towards supporting this and a lot these discoveries are later found out in life. I am advocate for CBD products because they keep me from not being tired, and my body hold in the tension.
I am glad CBD products work for you. I actually have many videos on them on the channel. They can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=CBD
I have been diagnosed with both ptsd and bpd, I believe I might have both. Leaning more toward cptsd
Thank you for sharing that. Both PTSD and BPD can be complex and challenging to navigate, and it's understandable to feel uncertain about your diagnosis. Leaning towards CPTSD could make sense, especially if you've experienced prolonged trauma. Your awareness is a crucial step towards healing. I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video. Also, if you're interested in more videos on the topic or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes
Thanks Doc.
So welcome. I appreciate you watching
I have many of these symptoms, even was diagnosed as Bipolar until I disclosed my trauma...Can you experience one trauma and still have cPTSD? Its been a decade since the event and I still can't sleep well at night, waking at little sounds. I have unexplained pain sometimes and absolutely emotional dysregulation issues and began acting more ADHD after the event (although I didn't realize it for ages) just...its all so relatable.
Thank you for watching. Yes, sadly, one can experience a single traumatic incident and have cPTSD. What are you planning to do to address cPTSD?
I grew up in a home with a narcissistic alcoholic parent who had us involved in a Catholic cult. Later I spent the better part of a decade married to a very volatile alcoholic (who thankfully is 10 years sober today). I spent a lot of time in my younger years thinking that "the world is a terrible place full of liars". I've processed thru a lot of it but it still effects me. I'm trying to do different for my daughter now.
Thank you for sharing your story. It sounds like you’ve been through incredibly difficult experiences, and it’s inspiring to see how much growth and awareness you’ve gained from them. The trauma from growing up in such environments and the impact it had on your worldview are deeply significant. It’s natural that those experiences would continue to have lingering effects, but your commitment to breaking those cycles for your daughter speaks volumes about your strength and resilience.
Remember that healing is a journey, and it’s okay to still feel the impact of what you’ve been through. The fact that you’re consciously working to create a different, healthier environment for your daughter is powerful and will have a lasting positive effect on her. You’re not only healing yourself but also building a better future for her.
Keep taking things one step at a time, and be gentle with yourself as you continue this journey. You’re doing something truly meaningful, and that’s worth celebrating.
Also, I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video. Additionally, if you're interested in more tips on the topic or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes.
Brain chemical shifts Is just like earths polar shift -- You are on your -on!🌄
Own?
I feel powerless around second hand smoke, especially if I can't leave the area.
What's the connection?
@@TaxingIsThieving Unsure. Just a thought.
I get it..🤣 Being around people who trigger you feels like second hand smoke.🤔
@@mkoz3093 Very good point. Probably more dangerous too!
Is CPTSD a common comorbid condition with APD (avoidant personality disorder)?
That's a good question. I'm pretty sure that I have both.
I also used to have OCPD, but I don't think that's been an issue for me lately, my attention span doesn't allow for it anymore.
The diagnostic criteria of cPTSD specifically state that if cPTSD explains the symptoms, other diagnoses should not be given. ruclips.net/video/5SAGT8NQvwQ/видео.html
@@astraetluna Exactly, you need people with healthy self-esteem so they won't attack you.
I've always had AVPD, but I believe I've developed CPTSD over the last 3. It's hard to differentiate whether I isolate myself because of AVPD or an additional CPTSD diagnosis.
Thanks!
You’re so welcome. I am grateful to be of help and I appreciate you watching the video. What did you find most helpful from it?
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Thank you
So welcome!
Can you have ADHD and CPTSD?
yes
Yes. I have both. It sucks
From these symptoms, i think my late father had cPTSD
Mine, too. From Horrendously, Atrocious WWII TRAUMAS! 😭
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@@kathyadair8552 I still feel guilty for considering I have CPTSD when I haven't been in war... I'm gonna need a professional's input.
I think I remember you saying your located in Lebanon tn . Do you practice there , and are you accepting new patients?
Unfortunately, my insurance doesn't cover her....
Can cptsd get misdiagnosed as bipolar. My psychiatrist is saying it’s one of those
Yes, it can, sadly. Thank you for watching the video. What did you find most useful from it? Other videos you might be interested in can be found at ruclips.net/user/DocSnipessearch?query=trauma
I know someone this fits to a T. He was a caregiver for his terminal spouse, did home hospice, so the feeling of the other shoe getting ready to drop, did. How do they treat this as opposed to grief? How can they find a therapist? Many thanks!
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You can message support@docsnipes.com and we can try to help you find a therapist in their area.
@@DocSnipes Many thanks Doc!
what if the trauma is still happening? what do you do when you can’t heal the thing because it is currently being injured?
Coping with ongoing trauma, especially when it's contributing to conditions like cPTSD, can be incredibly challenging. It's crucial to address both the symptoms you're experiencing and the causes of those symptoms. Until you feel safe both physically and emotionally, symptoms are likely to persist. Here are some strategies that might help you manage the situation:
1. Safety First: Your immediate safety is paramount. If possible, take steps to reduce exposure to the traumatic situation or seek help to do so.
2. Support System: Lean on a support system of friends, family, or a therapist who can provide emotional support and practical advice.
3. Self-Care: Engage in self-care practices that promote physical and emotional well-being, such as exercise, adequate sleep, and healthy eating.
4. Mindfulness and Grounding Techniques: These can help you stay present and reduce feelings of anxiety or panic.
5. Professional Help: A therapist trained in trauma can offer specific strategies to help you cope with your symptoms and work on healing, even while the trauma is ongoing.
6. Challenge Perspective: Try to view the situation as a challenge to overcome rather than an insurmountable barrier, and explore ways to navigate through it.
* It's important to recognize that emotional dysregulation is a common response to trauma and not a reflection of being "overly emotional." Understanding that your reactions are part of a stress response can help you be more compassionate towards yourself. If you're in a situation where the trauma is ongoing and unavoidable, such as a job you can't immediately leave or a home environment you can't change, consider what steps you can take to minimize the impact. This might include setting boundaries, seeking legal assistance, or finding ways to emotionally detach from the source of trauma until you can make a change. Remember, it's not just about enduring the situation but finding ways to emerge successfully. Developing trauma resiliency can assist in preventing PTSD and breaking the cycle of intergenerational trauma. You can ask my AI to learn more on that and more easily find information in the video library allceus.com/AskDocSnipes
@@DocSnipesomg thank you so much. this is extraordinarily helpful. shit, just the fact that you took me seriously helps. i appreciate this so much
I am a NARCISSTIC abuse survivor
Of both parents and they are deceased. Any ideas for therapy?
Healing the wounded inner child and trauma-informed, compassion focused approaches.
This poem explains what life is like to love a damaged person. Yeah, I have c-PTSD.
Damaged people love you like you are a crime scene
before a crime has even been committed.
They keep their running shoes besides their souls every night,
one eye open in case things change whilst they sleep.
Their backs are always tense as though waiting
to fight a sudden storm that might engulf them.
Because damaged people have already seen hell.
And damaged people understand that every evil demon
that exists down there was once a kind angel before it fell.
- The Way Damaged People Love by Nikita Gill
Thanks for watching and fir sharing
I need help please help me
Please click on this link to get a referral:
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How do I determine if I have C PTSD? I'm a combat vet and have had a traumatic childhood.
First, thank you for your service. Determining if you have Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) can be challenging, especially with a history of both combat and childhood trauma. C-PTSD often results from prolonged or repeated trauma, particularly in situations where escape feels impossible, such as in abusive households or during combat.
Some common signs of C-PTSD include:
• Persistent feelings of fear, shame, or guilt
• Difficulty with emotional regulation
• Challenges in relationships, including trust issues or feeling detached from others
• Negative self-perception, such as feeling worthless or defeated
• Recurrent, unwanted memories of the trauma
• Avoidance of reminders of the trauma
• Difficulty in maintaining a sense of self
If these symptoms resonate with you, it might be worth reaching out to a mental health professional who specializes in trauma. They can provide a proper assessment and help you understand what you’re experiencing. It’s important to know that you don’t have to go through this alone-there are effective treatments available that can help you manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.
@@DocSnipes Well I reckon I'm a candidate for this. I have a bunch of the symptoms you mention and I dont have any support. I will not utilize the VA as that is not good health care.
Whats difference between Cptsd and Ptsd ? And can conditions like CPTS cause conditions like fibromyalgia? My GF has both conditions
The main difference between CPTSD (Complex PTSD) and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) is the nature and duration of the trauma. PTSD usually results from a single traumatic event, whereas CPTSD arises from prolonged or repeated trauma, often in childhood, such as abuse or neglect.
Regarding your second question, there is some evidence suggesting a link between trauma-related conditions like CPTSD and the development of chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia. Trauma and stress can impact the body's nervous system and immune response, potentially leading to conditions like fibromyalgia. It's important for your girlfriend to work with healthcare professionals who understand the connections between these conditions to provide comprehensive care and support.
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How do you work with a sufferer, how do I help my wife with he c-ptsd?
I would love to see a video touching on cpstd parenting. I have severe cpstd and my son calls me Murphy's Law. It's really put a strain on my relationship as well as parenting for 30 years by myself. Not to mention I love to Doom scroll it's weird it helps me feel safe if I know what's going on out there then I know how to protect myself in here. I believe it's better to be safe than sorry. Help. Oh not to mention I wanted to say safety is an absolute illusion.
It sounds like you need to put boundaries down with your son who is actually gaslighting you, n devaluing, aka, making you feel bad about your worth.
We must put strong n strict boundaries w CONSEQUENCES. Tell him to stop. and if he doesnt,
refuse to talk to him until: number one. He respects u and apologizes,
Or
Tell him he's welcome to live somewhere else bc you don't tolerate his abuse.
I appreciate you watching. Here’s a video on cPTSD parenting: ruclips.net/video/k6hD8fEf_rM/видео.html
Thanks . I am diagnosed with C-PTSD from childhood combined with marine corps combat, civilian paramedic and police officer traumas all rolled into a nice package to include alcoholism. 2 years sober, graduating Suma Cum Lade from Liberty U In Christian counseling, and close to finishing my first book. What I’m saying is there is hope! I love your explanations and insight into symptoms on your videos.
@@Jwcounseling CONGRATULATIONS!!!
@@dr.paulasalvarezlcsw1072 thanks so much. Been a long hard road, but I made it.
I have all but 1 on these signs... I have been in counseling for 30+ years without getting better. Any advice on how to work through this on my own?
I am sorry you have been in counseling for 30+ years without getting better. Here is my video on 15 strategies for overcoming trauma: ruclips.net/user/liveURdSr6btIGg?si=EuWXdHaLFq9vVToR
Hmmm.
The trauma have to be ongoing or frequent to qualify for CPTSD? What if something really bad happened in the past regularly but not anymore?
Thanks for watching the video. If you experienced something really bad in the past regularly, but it's not happening anymore, it could still qualify as CPTSD. The key is that the trauma was repetitive or prolonged, and escape from it was difficult or impossible at the time.
@@DocSnipes Thank you so much. This answers my question.
Can someone explain what having nightmares of people breaking in the house, me killing people or fighting off people and war mean?
I am sorry about that and I appreciate you watching the video. What did you find most useful from it?
What do you think might be the cause of your nightmares?
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Dear Dr Snipes, I have cPTSD and now I have chronic, severe IBS C and I take laxatives nightly through my GP. How can I get rid of IBS C? It takes up so much of my time on the loo daily and I am on medication that I have tried to decrease to no avail. How can I get rid of IBS C please? I am going to have mindfulness online with a Dr of Psychology this year.
My 3 narcissists who raised me or were with me as I was young at home, have recently stopped contacting me out of the blue. I have had trauma for decades and I denied it until recently. Please tell me who I could go to but I do not want hypnotherapy or Yoga as I am traditional Catholic but I was raised by atheists who hate my faith. Please advise me, Dr S. Love from Elizabeth in Yorkshire UK.
Struggling with the same thing and I can’t seem to get rid of my IBS C
Holy shit…i have ptsd so it seems
Great…
I am officially a mess. So….if i am unhireable….what do i do ? I just….can’t keep any job, i just can’t. I mean….i am really trying, like really…but…its been 3 years or even my entire life since i am trying to get a job. I don’t know anymore…now to find out it might be this? I might have ptsd or C-ptsd and thats maybe another reason for why i struggle like hell?? I don’t know anymore… its almost 6 am in the morning and cant sleep, and its been like this for months or years….i lost track of time…i am aaaalways tired
I can really feel the exhaustion and frustration in your words. Discovering that you might have PTSD or C-PTSD can bring up a lot of emotions, especially when you’re already worn down from trying so hard to hold things together. You’re not a mess; you’re dealing with something incredibly tough that impacts every aspect of your life.
When PTSD or C-PTSD is involved, it’s not just about trying harder-it’s about recognizing that the way your mind and body are reacting is a result of what you’ve been through. Struggling to keep a job, the constant exhaustion, and the difficulty with sleep are all common with trauma-related conditions. It’s not your fault, and it doesn’t mean you’re “unhireable.” It just means that your needs might be different right now.
There are options out there that focus on trauma-informed care, whether through therapy, support groups, or even employment services that understand the challenges of PTSD and C-PTSD. You deserve support tailored to what you’re going through. Also, it’s okay to take things slow; healing doesn’t have a timeline, and right now, taking care of yourself is what’s most important.
You’re not alone in this, even if it feels that way in the early hours of the morning. Reaching out for help and getting the right support can make a difference. You’ve been carrying a lot for a long time-maybe it’s time to find a way to lighten that load, even just a little bit.
Additionally, I’d appreciate it if you were to share what you’ve found most useful from the video.
@@DocSnipes waw... thank you so much for taking time to write all those words for me! All the information in the video was very useful, it helped me and in the same time i feel like I am even more confused with my life, I always felt that is something wrong with me, even in college I was crying and telling my mom I am a complete loser and can't do anything. can't finish school, can't trust nobody and she was like "I don't understand you" and she was kind of...unspoken but telling me "you really are retarded and i can't take this shit anymore, get the fuck up and do what you have to do, stop complainig". She didn't said it, but the look in her face and her reactions... Not to mention that my father was always saying how stupid I am that I am not the same as others and like what the hell is wrong with me, get over it, while they were always fighting and i was locking in my room alone, not geting out of bed, not going to school, it was horrible. Until I met my husband and I could finaly get out of that trash. He is amazing, but I am still a mess. Thank you for your videos, I will show them to my husband since he is struggling also to fit into this world and...also trying to help me.
Cool
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can a person develop C-PTSD from becoming a caregiver to their ill parent(s) at a young age? like at 15-17?
Thank you for watching the video.
Yes, it is possible for a young person, such as a 15-17 year old, to develop Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) from being a caregiver to their ill parents. This is because C-PTSD can occur when a person, especially a child or adolescent, is exposed to extremely threatening or horrific situations with no hope of escape.
Being a caregiver at a young age can be a highly stressful and demanding experience. The young person may feel trapped in their situation, with no hope of escape.
Being a caregiver at a young age can be a highly stressful and demanding experience. The young person may feel trapped in their situation, with no escape from the responsibilities and pressures of caregiving. This can lead to feelings of helplessness and fear, which are key factors in the development of C-PTSD.
Furthermore, if the young caregiver's basic needs, such as food or shelter, are not being met because they are focused on caring for their ill parents, this can also contribute to the development of C-PTSD. The constant state of fear and hypervigilance, coupled with the potential neglect of their own needs, can lead to a state of chronic stress and trauma.
Symptoms of C-PTSD may include avoiding reminders of their caregiving experiences, re-experiencing traumatic events through flashbacks and nightmares, being constantly on guard, having extreme mood swings, low self-esteem, and difficulty trusting others.
However, it's important to note that not all young caregivers will develop C-PTSD. The presence of supportive figures, such as other family members or professional support services, can help mitigate the risk. If you or someone you know is in this situation and exhibiting symptoms of C-PTSD, it's important to seek professional help. Treatment is available, and recovery is possible.
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@@DocSnipes thanks a lot for your kind and informative answer!
If you see this comment I'd appreciate a response, can CPTSD overlap with something like Schizophrenia?
I'm not a doctor, but schizophrenia seems to me like it would be stressful; since cPTSD is a result of repeated stress, it certainly seems possible to me.
Absolutely not, but it won't help schizophrenic symptoms for sure
A person can have both cptsd and schizophrenia. I have schizoaffective disorder (meaning I meet criteria for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder) and cptsd, and my therapist has confirmed that some of my early childhood paranoid delusions (namely, delusions my family was going to abandon me, was trying to poison me, or was planning to torture me to death) were in themselves traumatizing and contributed to my cptsd.
I have a family member who has schizophrenia and Cptsd. I didn’t even notice the Cptsd til I lived with them for years as a adult. I suffer from Cptsd also.
Walking on eggshells, listening for changes in the character of others to be vigilant in case they get mad, learning what everyone’s footsteps sound like to determine if you are safe, spending all your energy trying not to make them mad, can’t express having a good day or they try to ruin it, cannot express true feelings out of fear….
Jesus helped me get through the toughest time of my life. Instead of crawling in a ball and feeling sorry for myself I fight back with a purpose to fulfill His promise to us. He will never leave us nor forsake us. ❤️🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for sharing your experience. It’s incredibly powerful to hear how your faith has played such an important role in helping you through tough times. For many people, having that deep sense of purpose and connection with something greater than themselves can be a tremendous source of strength, especially when it feels like the weight of trauma is too much to bear.
Your story is a reminder of the different paths people take toward healing, and how faith can provide comfort, hope, and resilience. Holding onto the belief that you’re never alone, even in your hardest moments, is such a meaningful way to fight back against feelings of helplessness or despair.
Thank you for sharing this message of hope and strength-it may resonate deeply with others who find solace in their faith during challenging times. Also, I don’t know if you know but I have a Bible Study RUclips channel that you might enjoy: youtube.com/@recoveryperfects?si=NbFclM5783--z4gR
Your the only one diff in the world then
I appreciate you watching
This is so helpful thank you so much!
You’re so welcome. Thank you for watching the video. Have you discovered hidden signs of C-PTSD in yourself?
@@DocSnipes Yes many that I didn't recognize before and I'm a counselor with long term therapy. You remind me and teach me very well. Bravo! =)
Thanks
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Thank you
You're welcome