Has CPTSD made you question whether you want kids? I feel like I have barely enough energy to maintain life currently

That's a relief to hear! This question might be too personal so please don't feel pressured to answer.

Do you ever worry about getting old and not having a younger support system like someone to help with medical things? I know someone who didn't have kids and in the elderly home they put her on 24/7 sleep medication so she wouldn't bother them and mistreated her otherwise because there were no children who would visit her. It kind of terrifies me and is one of my biggest worries if I decide not to have kids... basically my worry is not to contribute to and be part of a social security net like a family.

Do you feel like it's safe enough out there not to have a family?

Sorry again if it's too personal. I'm just scared a lot and I thought you might know.

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