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hi everyone! I am a 28 year old female who recently was diagnosed with cptsd from childhood abuse, being stalked, and from secual assult. for a long time I've been using alcohol to cope. not daily usage, but binges and blackouts around 1 time every couple months. last June, I graduated school to work in a very high stress occupation (in healthcare). I got a job right away but the transition has been extremely difficult for me. my episodes of drinking and depression have been spiraling. this week, I decided to take fmla to try and take care of myself and my mental well-being. I've always been am extremely hard worker but have never had the opportunity to do this. now that I'm on day 4, I'm starting to feel guilty about my choice. I feel like I'm letting my team down at work and I'm afraid if repercussions because I took this as an emergency. I'm not even sure exactly what I'm asking, I guess just if anyone has any suggestions about how I can use my time off to feel productive but still heal. I don't know how to feel good about myself unless I'm working. thank you to all! I'd be happy to talk to anyone who has had similar experiences as me. it would be good to know I'm not alone š¤
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