[1] what is CPTSD [2] what is my experience [3] common questions [1] CPSTD or also known as complex post traumatic stress disorder is a metal health disorder that is a result of prolonged ,repeated trauma, this can be noted especially during childhood. CPTSD also includes some of the standard symptoms of ptsd but also has some added on difficulties to it some can be : additional difficulties with emotional regulation, self-perception, and relationships. [2] some of the stuff I experience with having CPTSD is that I commonly experience is re-experience which is in the name I re experience it some more are : •emotional deregulation I think it’s called(?) it’s where you often have mood swings , difficulty managing emotions , or just feeling numb •another one I experience is avoidance behavior which is, avoiding people,places or , memories related to trauma which for me is really hard to do so I kinda just talk about it whenever I have nothing to talk about and the people to avoid are really difficult for me since they are fellow peers •disassociation which is where I feel disconnected with my thoughts, feelings , or the world maybe even more but I remember I blacked out for almost a year which I don’t know how that happened it’s weird • relationship issues, I have trust issues ,unhealthy attachment problems , and so much more •there are some more I think that I won’t list but you can do your research! [3] • How is CPTSD different from PTSD? A: PTSD is a response from a singular event ,,CPTSD is on going and leads to being more complex •what are symptoms of CPTSD? A: Emotional dysregulation which is the difficulty of controlling emotions, leading to outbursts or panic. Interpersonal difficulties which problems forming and maintaining healthy relationships due to trust issues or fear of abandonment.(this has affected several friendships) Negative self-perception Feelings of worthlessness, shame, or guilt (I still feel guilty the thing that isn’t my fault but I still feel guilty for it) Intrusive memories which are flashbacks or nightmares of the traumatic event(s) Dissociation the feeling detached from one's own body or surroundings like a shell if you will
