I have been diagnosed with PTSD from war in Iraq.  I am depressed and need help to get through the days.
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Well, I am depressed. And it is Christmas. I am still having bad flashbacks from War in Iraq Can you help? Um, hello. Are you there?
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I'm good. sorry I stepped out.
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Well, can you help me? Why did you step out?
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Are you a veteran? I am happy to help. I am sorry to hear that.
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Do you smoke? A smoke break? Yes, I am a veteran.
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No I quit smoking 10 years ago
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Oh, that is good. There is no need to destroy your organs with nasty tobacco
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I can only imagine your suffering but I used to date a Veteran and he had nightmare often so I could relate to you
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I just keep having flashbacks of the war zone. Oh, that is good that you can relate.
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Thanks, I agree. Health is important. Does that happen recently a lot?
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They called me "Camouflage.' I was a bold Marine, but now my head is in the war....still
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Thank you for serving our country. You are worth so much respect.
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Yeah, I just need to get over my depression somehow. I need to shake my thoughts of the Hot Zone. Yah know?
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Yes yes Marine is the toughest people in military. Wow. I think this is PTSD. I have been to Adult Hospitalization program where people who have depression, PTSD and anxiety disorders etc get together and talk to therapist. It helped a little bit. You might be intererested in that.
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Ok I am glad to talk with you.
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I could only see that in movies. wow, so scary.
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Lots of my Marine buddies have had PTSD. Women and men alike. Women are also joining the Marines....
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I think your minds have deep scar. It needs healing. Wow I cannot imagine becoming a Marine. It requires a courage.
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I know.....but do you recommend anything? Meditation or some other form of therapy?
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yes I recommend playing some instruments if you are intersted yes I recommend playing some instruments if you are intersted
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How does that help? I am interested in learning more....
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I've tried meditation while I was at Adult Hospitalization program. It was calming too. Yoga is good too.
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Wow. Have you worked with Veterans at all?
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For example, playing drums, learn piano, or use Diginal Music software to create music. If you are a music person No i have only dated one
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Well, that sounds like a great way to help with my deoression. Thanks.
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Good, something to free your mind and heal your mind.
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Well, I think your conversations have given me hope with my depression. I can see myself listening to good music. Nice talking to you.
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Taking care of your self is important. Stay happy and make sure you and your people around you are both happy. Nice talking to you too. Stay safe.
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Merry Christmas.
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