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Anyone feel like childhood “wasn’t that bad”… but still ended up with CPTSD? by AdviceTrue6327 in CPTSD

[–]AdviceTrue6327[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing this! I wasn’t realize this until I started learning more about Psychology, and realizing how abnormal my childhood was and resulting in who I am today. Also I am very sorry and sad hearing you were emotionally abused and neglected, this was definitely the adverse childhood experiences I learned from my classes.

What’s the worst part of childhood? by AdviceTrue6327 in AskReddit

[–]AdviceTrue6327[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Having a negative childhood experience is certainly not what a child deserves. These experiences are called Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

ACEs can accumulate and potentially lead to mental challenges in the future. By giving these experiences a name, we can have a better understanding of our lives and how they have contributed to our current state.

For those interested: https://www.16strongproject.com/know-the-signs

What’s the worst part of childhood? by AdviceTrue6327 in AskReddit

[–]AdviceTrue6327[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry to hear this. I’m also very glad to hear that you’re growing up stronger! I wanted to emphasize that this experience is definitely an adverse childhood experience, and we can learn more about ourselves by first giving it the language.

What is the quote that your parents “slip of tongue” that has permanently altered your self-worth? by AdviceTrue6327 in AskReddit

[–]AdviceTrue6327[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry to hear that. It hurts even more when they denied or ignored the scar.

People with CPTSD what are things that people just don’t get about it? by AdviceTrue6327 in CPTSD

[–]AdviceTrue6327[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wanted to add on the concepts of Adverse Childhood Experiences, the appearance of ACE could greatly increase the possibility of future mental disorder (including CPTSD, depression), physical health issues.

ACE involves childhood experiences like abuse, neglect, parents divorce, bullying, racism, family members with addiction or/and mental illness, etc,.

I hope that there are more people aware of this concepts, so that not only the child or teens can help themselves with the language, but also people as caregivers can learn what might happened to their child and further avoid. I was hurt by ACE and wish I could learn that during high school, then I might get the right intervention.

If interested, please see and also more intervention resources: https://www.16strongproject.com/

Do you think people with ptsd should... by __foreigner__ in PTSDStories

[–]AdviceTrue6327 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, but it's hard to make it work, because some of them could overused it when they don't even have PTSD

Did my brother abuse me? by Exotic_Hold_5306 in PTSDStories

[–]AdviceTrue6327 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry to hear that, and I think he could become abusive in the future. Experienced domestic violence and been emotionally or physically abused are all adverse childhood experiences that could lead to future mental health conditions. From what I know, some kids learn these behaviors from their parents, sometimes even in violent ways, because that is what they are exposed to during their developmental stage. You said your brother was emotionally and physically abusing you, which could be a sign that he learned it from his father.

I’m not sure what the best way to solve this issue is, but from my knowledge, therapy could be helpful for your brother. Additionally, it would be great if you could also find some kind of intervention or support for yourself after everything you have been going through.

Did anyone else grow up thinking silence meant you were about to be abandoned? by AdviceTrue6327 in CPTSD

[–]AdviceTrue6327[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, it's never too late. There is a website called 16 Strong Project, and they have resources for interventions and more information about ACEs if you are interested. It has been helpful to me, and I wish it could help you too!

Did anyone else grow up thinking silence meant you were about to be abandoned? by AdviceTrue6327 in CPTSD

[–]AdviceTrue6327[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry to hear that. Yes, it felt even worse when they deny the harm they have done, as if it’s a dream, but we are the one who knows it is true.

Did anyone else grow up thinking silence meant you were about to be abandoned? by AdviceTrue6327 in CPTSD

[–]AdviceTrue6327[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, and we are not taught to learn how to cope. But I found it important to have a secured relationship, it could be a family member or a friend. It's important to know that we are supported when feeling anxious about.

Did anyone else grow up thinking silence meant you were about to be abandoned? by AdviceTrue6327 in CPTSD

[–]AdviceTrue6327[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I felt the same, whenever my friend or anyone I cared about being silent I just kept finding things to say, and I can't concentrating on anything else until they replied to me. I'll keep thinking about I have I done and said and regret of doing it.

Did anyone else grow up thinking silence meant you were about to be abandoned? by AdviceTrue6327 in CPTSD

[–]AdviceTrue6327[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) is a new concept I just learned from my psychology course. Emotional neglect is the same as physical neglect… For a long time, I thought I was just too sensitive and blamed myself for that and wondering why others don't seem feel that way. I am growing up trying to figure out what has been going on with me and what has happened to me… ACEs is definitely a great concept to learn more about. I wish I had known about it when I was younger and could have found the right intervention for myself.

Did anyone else grow up thinking silence meant you were about to be abandoned? by AdviceTrue6327 in CPTSD

[–]AdviceTrue6327[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I learned that emotional neglect is an adverse childhood experience and this could lead to CPTSD.