Ptsd

[Tommyh]

It's embarrassing and downright intrusive.

[Buckshot-73]

Prayers to your buddy. It can be pretty rough some times. And the majority of the civilian public just doesn't understand.

This.. Robert, you are more "qualified" than most on here to talk to him, since you have been there. Thankful that the military has recognized that PTSD is real, and is offering help.
Research what is available, and get him some help.

[lglidewell]

Way to go Chef. It sounds like your employee needs a shoulder to lean on... God put both him and you in each others' paths for a reason.

[xman59]

there is no greater peace than what Jesus can provide,, and his peace is perfect prayers for you and him,, never give in!!

[Outlaw_6]

Prayers sent.

[Jon-Paul]

Ptsd

Prayers sent as I hope he finds comfort when he has his bad days.

As tommy said it is embarrassing, at least to me it was and still is. It's hard to admit that you (I) have problems and even harder to seek help. It took me a while to seek help and I have. Since then I have been trying to use the VA but been turn down due to making to much money, I am still in the process with VA but been told can't really do anything until paperwork been approved.

Sorry I got on a rant but I wish him all the best as it can't take a toll on individuals

[Kingslayer]

Prayers to your buddy. It can be pretty rough some times. And the majority of the civilian public just doesn't understand.

99% of the civilian pop.. Has not a clue!!!!

[eltacs]

Where is he , you located... ?

If near Plano - would love to meet up with you guys.

Only people of similar backgrounds can help and understand.


Prayers to God and look to him for support - if something you believe in.

I know he is my strength and my deliverer.
Without him - I would be in a BAD PLACE.


Psalm 23 :

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside still waters.
He restoreth my soul: He guideth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Yea, thou I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou hast anointed my head with oil; My cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and lovingkindness shall follow me all the days of my life; And I shall dwell in the house of Jehovah for ever.


We just have to understand that GOD is there with us, walking with us.
Lean on him and he will carry us when we need it.

Like I said -
comfort is often found through GOD and - Brotherhood, Fellowship with those who understand.

[BenBen]

I have PTSD and own many firearms. Regardless it's not a disease it's a symptom of imbedded extreme stress and wrongly diagnosed more often than not, as well overly medicated. In Bosnia and Iraq I could literally sleep through incoming rocket and mortar attacks. Just got numb/educated to it so to speak. Got home and a mouse fart could startle me. I'm still nervous around large crowds of people. IMHO what we need most is GOOD counseling. The VA will force you to use their GROUP counseling which did nothing for me but make me more ****** off. NOBODY in the group had experienced what I've done or been to. I'm retired and prior to getting out I received great counseling 1 on 1 for about a year. The Guberment and VA would not permit (PAY FOR) me to continuewith the same counselor. What I'm getting at is our friends/brother's and sister's need the same care on the outside as they got on the in. What needs to be understood is that we don't just open up as experienced by most of our loved ones. Sometimes speaking to a complete stranger is easier than talking to someone close. My biggest fear and most of us was being judged by those close to me for my actions in combat. We have to make some terrible decisions regarding life or death in milliseconds. In most cases the intelligence was spot on but some not so. The fog can be very thick when we get home. We see the news coverage of where we just came from and think that's not correct or is it?? We start to question what we did or didn't do. Then the battle starts to reconnect with our families and our own society. It can and will be a constant battle. Many of us have come home to less than what we left with, mentally, physically, financially and emotionally. Once you are out the cries of battle are louder because what actions we pushed to the back of our minds so to function immediately after come crashing forward. MEDICATION OVERLOAD provided by the VA and DOD doesn't assist the coping but blocks the brain's processing ability and creates confusion as well frustration as stressors key to situational memory recovery. I battle every day and night, drug free so I can identify those stressors. I thank my counselor Regina for helping me understand my daily courses of action. We all process and cope differently. Now that I'm out I can't afford to go back to see her. I find a way to process my stressors but still miss our talks.

[Chef]

Addressing his fear is our number 1 focus at the moment. Paranoid is an understatement.... This poor guy does nothing but go to work (took him two years to build up that courage) and church. No grocery stores or anything with masses of people. His pastor and I met with him yesterday. His pastor is a Vietnam Marine and relates well with the young man. We just want to lend a kind ear/shoulder to help introduce him back into society. I have recommended that he get off his current med and switch to something more mellow, similar to what I take.... At the approval of his VA doc obviously.

Thanks for all the prayers guys, there's thousands out there that have nowhere to turn that need help as well.

[Chef]

Thanks Elatcs.... We/I also refer to John15:13 often....

[WCB]

Again, my prayers for all of y'all.

[kumathebear]

Sending my Guardian Angel his way. PTSD manifests in many different ways. It's a term that has gained recognition over the past "few" years but sometimes I believe there are those that use it as a excuse to justify their behavior? THIS will P..s some off but it's what I believe. I have to admit I was told I had the "qualifying diagnosis" of it several years past. Honestly I don't put my failures or "trials" as a PTSD "way of life." What affects me is that I don't view every day life as perhaps the "normal" folks do. I was NOT military, but a LEO and Paramedic for many years. Just realize that anyone who is in public service (military, LEO, Medic, Nurse, Physician, Child/Adult Protective service and many more) see situations the "normal job" population may never see.

Again, all I can say at least in my situation, is I see potential danger every day even when I go to Wally World. I'm VERY protective of not just my family, but those I see who can't protect themselves. I "don't" think I'm paranoid, just more aware? To me you are really concerned about this person or you would not have put up this thread.

I would say be a friend, listen, talk, but don't let him/her use it as an excuse to justify everything. We all have to learn that actions bring consequences no matter what or where we have been. I had this same conversation with my military son after he had been in "country" on his first deployment.. God Bless and Good Luck!

[BenBen]

I STRONGLY recommend that if our friend asks to change his dosage or prescription that he have counsel with him. I do not say this to intimidate or scare but only as advice as I have had a friend be detained after he refused to continue his current medication because it made him ill. The doc's contacted security and stated that it was for his own safety. He has since lawyered up. Just saying that we need to be vigilant in the care of our warriors and protect them even more when they come home.

[Chef]

That is my goal Kuma. I am trying to get him to find a home for his aggression. He does not like his meds and the reactions they cause that is why I suggested he speak to his doc about something different. He is a great kid, just needs someone to yell at occasionally. I would rather be that person than his wife or sons!!! He knows that he can reach out to me 24/7.

Step 1: Control aggression, A friend of mine teaches akeedo (sp??) and he has a meeting with him next week.