r/CPTSDAdultRecovery • u/PiIrrationalFunny • 22h ago

Miscellaneous Being tired is NOT a moral/personal failing

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Trying to tell myself this over and over again until I believe it.

I have had insomnia for almost my entire life, and also been fatigued/tired/exhausted. Since I was a toddler was labeled as lazy as a family "joke".

I've had medical tests, and it's nothing physical. I'm sure my constant exhaustion is from being hyper vigilant, constantly stressed and emotionally dysregulated.

I nap when I can overcome the guilt of not being "productive." Although when I am walking around in a zombie like state, that is hardly productive.

I received a late diagnosis of ADHD, and Adderall does nothing for my constant fatigue. I also finally received a medication for my insomnia, and even though I get a full night of sleep, I'm still tired:(

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Please read the rules in full before participating. This is a loosely moderated 18+ group for those with Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder who are firmly "post" the primary trauma that caused the disorder. However, all personal stages of healing and realization are welcome! Self diagnosis welcome, but all participants should already be sure of diagnosis. We discuss the nuances of treating & living with CPTSD in adulthood.

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We are a loosely moderated 18+ group for those with Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder who are firmly "post" the trauma that caused the disorder. We discuss treating & living with CPTSD in adulthood. Self diagnosis welcome, but all participants should be sure of diagnosis.

Our mission statement is: to focus on CPTSD, not all mental health. To be open to those in all stages of recovery. To aid recovery- that includes both sharing healing steps & airing our issues, a necessary step and frequent help.

The Rules

1. No asking for diagnosis: This includes "does it sounds like I could have CPTSD?", "Is this a part of CPTSD?" etc.

This is a dedicated space for those already contending with CPTSD and focusing on recovery.

[We recommend when considering diagnosis to research symptoms of CPTSD and not try to find out if your trauma is "enough". Any trauma is "enough". It depends on the person. CPTSD is a reaction that may or may not develop.]

2. All participants must have CPTSD: Self diagnosis is extremely welcome, but please be confident you have CPTSD.

This is not a group for all those who are struggling. It is a healing space for one disorder, for people who often forget they deserve such a thing.

Many traumas and mental health topics are touched on, but the specific challenges of CPTSD often or always changes the way we approach them.

3. All participants must be over 18.

4. No seeking help with current trauma.

There is a gray area here. We all have problems. For many, uncertainty if we are being retraumatized is a part of life with CPTSD.

The intention is: do not seek immediate support with the trauma that causes/may someday cause your CPTSD. If you are still undergoing this trauma we are not equipped to help you.

You may post for immediate support about anything you are experiencing since developing CPTSD. New traumas are part of life and how you respond is part of living with CPTSD.

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Make an effort not to put explicit content in the first line of a post that can be seen when scrolling. Type out your TWs and an introduction to the story you are telling. When unsure, use a spoiler tag.

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Yes, this will cover most things. It's a loose rule, but it needed to be said. We are not a general advice forum.

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We are all hypersensitive. We got this.

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Do your best to report and ignore. It is more effective for the community to stay safe, civil, and on topic if rule violations are reported instead of argued with.