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Not sure if I belong here?
A little back story....H and I have been separated since the end of January. He slapped our 6 year old son across the face, left a mark, and was arrested for child abuse. Besides our 6 year old, DS2 is 5 and DD is almost 6 weeks. We went to court in March and he was ordered to take anger management and a psych eval (I'm pretty sure he's bipolar). Well, he hasn't done either since he doesn't have a job and can't afford classes and we go back to court on Thursday. He hasn't had a job since he was discharged from the military over a year ago (except for the month of April, but he got fired after a few weeks) and I'm so frustrated. We've been married almost 9 years, and I'm still in shock. He was diagnosed with PTSD while in the military, but that's not an excuse for his actions. He constantly complains about how hard that HE has it, and it's not fair. I've always thought that we would be together, but not I'm starting to think otherwise.
I've lurked here for a couple of months, and all of you ladies seem so supportive and wonderful!
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Re: Not sure if I belong here?
My ex or soon to be ex is currently being discharged from the military for mental health issues. Message me ANYTIME you want!
Is he currently on medication for his PTSD? My boyfriend has PTSD and is 100% disabled from it. The medications make a world of difference and maybe his doctor needs to adjust them?
Also, there is a book called "The war at home" by Shawn Gourley. I suggest you read it. She is a military spouse and her husband suffers from PTSD (they have 2 kids as well...I'm currently reading it).
If he was in the Marines or in the Navy, try to contact the Midwest Marines Foundation in St. Louis...they may be able to help!
I will pray for the best and I hope your family can be saved!