Thanks Shrinklady. I read the page you linked and that sounds like what I am experiencing. I suffered multiple and chronic traumas through the first 20 years of my life and certainly had reason to remain in a freeze, as I am sure many others who have suffered trauma have also. I sure hope that this won’t last too long. I almost feel like I don’t even know who I am at times. Today was better than other days since my children and some of their friends were around to provide a pleasant distraction. I do have a question if you have a moment: Are vivid nightmares common during this phase? I had another bad one last night and my husband had to walk me around the house to help convince me that everything is ok and it took an hour before I was convinced that I was safe enough to go back to bed. I will see my T on Wed and I can talk to her about all that is going on. I really appreciate your reply and I look forward to the calmer days.
Thanks again!
JM