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Horrible flashbacks from past abuse, abortion- attempted suicide, why is this coming back to me,was just was in the hosp and it was controlled why why?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Many different thing: can trigger Post traumatic symptoms (smells, sounds, people, places, events). Once the symptoms occur it can feel like a fast moving locomotive. Try not to be fearful. You survived the actual events - so you can survive the memories. I encourage you to work with a therapist who has expertise in PTSD. Take care.

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Answered 7/12/2014

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A member asked:

Horrible flashbacks from past abuse, abortion- attempted suicide, why is this coming back to me,was just was in the hosp and it was controlled why why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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