car accident – Welcome to my world

The long-term effects of PTSD

It’s been almost a month since I was hit by the car. But the effects of it are going to be a part of my psyche for a long time to come. One of the many things I am working out with my therapist is trying to find the meaning in all of this. ThatContinue reading “The long-term effects of PTSD”

PTSD and the question, “Who am I?”

I have been having multiple meltdowns every day since my car accident last week, on top of the disassociation, nightmares, and fear/worry over things that otherwise wouldn’t bother me in the slightest. Classic case of PTSD, according to my therapist. She has been checking on me daily. And, between her encouragement and the support ofContinue reading “PTSD and the question, “Who am I?””

Accidents happen. But trauma remains.

I’m starting my new job on the 21st. The 17th was my final day at Tufts, but Thursday the 16th was when I’d say my final farewell to a job I’d been at for ten years. Despite how sad that was going to be, Thursday morning I was in the best mood ever. I wasContinue reading “Accidents happen. But trauma remains.”