How do people feel after the full conclusion of PTSD therapy?

2015-06-26T12:59:59-04:00

I feel stable but apathetic to most things. I force myself to work out five days a week and clean on the weekends. Nothing seems to satisfy me except sleeping in. No hobbies excite me. Don't get me wrong, I have gratitude for being stable, but I am disappointed that I am often apathetic.

Response by SSG Ed Mikus made Jun 26 at 2015 1:08 PM

2015-06-26T13:08:46-04:00

PTSD therapy is never permanently conclusive.

I am sorry about your apathy Sir, I was having this issue to, My Doc changed my meds, that helped some, she said when i return from this 4 month course we will change all my meds and find a more satisfactory regiment with a path off the meds (which is my stated goal).

I imagine the solution is different for everyone, all i can say is never stop moving forward and always be willing to find a new path. Best wishes!

Response by CAPT Kevin B. made Jun 26 at 2015 1:25 PM

2015-06-26T13:25:57-04:00

It never concludes. Problem is the system looks to cut you off at the diminishing returns to them point. If you are in the "Manage the Dragon" stage like me, you'll see there isn't much realistically more that can be done other than maintenance work. It's like an addiction. You'll always have it, can't run from it, and can't put makeup on it. My big thing has been to always look to the future and all the things I want to do and then get off my ass and do them. I'm leaving in a few weeks for my (probably last) annual trip to Europe to referee soccer tournaments. Age and knees have much to do with it but I have a shopping list of other things to enjoy.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 26 at 2015 1:34 PM

2015-06-26T13:34:00-04:00

Is there a full conclusion of PTSD? If so I am looking forward to it.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Jun 26 at 2015 3:14 PM

2015-06-26T15:14:42-04:00

I am learning a lot more about the culmination of PTSD. The topic is often the start of PTSD therapy.