C-PTSD and Abandonment Depression symptoms that we must be aware of

From intrusive negative thoughts to overdependence in relationships, here are a few symptoms of Abandonment Depression in C-PTSD.

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Complex PTSD refers to the condition where a person experiences the symptoms of PTSD, along with additional symptoms. C-PTSD often leads to severe fear of abandonment. Explaining this, Therapist Linda Meredith wrote, "C-PTSD often intertwines with deep feelings of abandonment depression, a profound sense of loneliness and loss. Identifying this aspect can be a challenging yet crucial part of the recovery journey." Here are some of the symptoms of Abandonment Depression with C-PTSD. (Unsplash)

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Chronic feelings of loneliness with intense feeling of separation. A person may constantly live in fear of being abandoned.  (Unsplash)

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Persistent thoughts of things going extremely negative can torment the person. They may feel emotionally dysregulated all the time.  (Unsplash)

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The feelings of abandonment can make a person self-isolate themselves. They may also undergo chronic feelings of being threatened.  (Unsplash)

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They may have difficulty being in a relationship, due to their constant mood fluctuations and dysregulated emotional state.  (Unsplash)

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Overdependence in relationships can turn it toxic. Flashbacks and intrusive negative thoughts can make situations worse.  (Unsplash)