Post Traumatic Stress Disorder / Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome

We are a couple in our thirties and we have been faced with the issue of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder on many levels. This site grew out of our research and from our need to learn. When we were looking for information amd it was not easy to find. We decided to try to compile the most useful information we have found. Of course, there is more to read from books and lot's to learn from your own experience while you are discussing them with a therapist or in support groups.

Kristofer is a retired paramedic, after working in the field for eight years. We recenlty counted an approximate number of the death he has seen. The number came to one thousand two hundred. This included all the violent -murder, suicide- deaths as well as regular death incidents. He worked in areas such as Pacoima, North Hollywood CA as well as other LA area stations and at the end of his carrier in Ventura county.  He worked through the riots, floods and the '94 Northridge earthquake. He was stabbed and shot at. The effects of PTSD started to come out as he turned thirty. He changed fields, but without him realizing, the effects were manifesting in physical symptoms. He developed chronic cluster headaches for which he has undergone two neuro surgeries. (And currently looking forward to the third invasive surgery) He has faced a forced early retirement. It is not easy. Recovery is a daily battle, however with the help of a great therapist and God he is doing better with every passing day.

Erika has been the support system for Kris in the second surgery as well as the newly discovered health issues. Due to her need for information and knowledge she has spent hours upon hours on research. Together they started counseling and are working on many issues related to PTSD and learning to live as a couple who are dedicated to their faith as well as for healing on every level.

Because we are not medical personel, but patients in need of information, we can not take responsibility for any information represented on this site.

We strongly suggest you seek out a therapist or doctor who can give you a diagnosis of PTSD. Do Not  rely on information found on this site only,
use it as additional help and encouragement.

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