cbw 4 Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 So, I have been diagnosed with acumulative post traumatic stress disorder. (Far too many dead children at work over a 10yr spell) They say this was triggered by the birth of my first child and has been getting worse for the last couple of years. Work have reffered me to the Ambulance trusts own councilor and my own Dr is being brilliant. The councillor has said I need to get out shooting and fishing more and my Dr thinks all will be well with regard to keeping my FAC. In fact both he and my councillor say they will write to the local police if there are any problems, as they know I am neither suicidal or homicidal! 1. how will the police find out I am suffering this stress? 2. Do I need to tell them? 3. Will I lose my rifles? 4. I am a BASC member should I inform them? Its all a bit much at present!!!!!!! Thanks in advance for any pointers. CBW Quote Link to post
riohog 5,701 Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 i cant remember seing anything about your liability to inform them about your circumstances your next renual of your fac you may have to declair it otherwise keep quiet Quote Link to post
Guest rodsmith Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 touchy subject here mate.you must inform your firearms officer!!!! firstly go have a chat with your Dr and get a letter saying you aint lost it,just require time relaxing(SHOOTING).. dont hide nothing from the police,my brother did,ended up in court.you will be fine chap.hope you get well soon!! :friends: Quote Link to post
SportingShooter 0 Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 If the Doctor or your Councillor feel that its a requirement to inform the Police, then they will as part of their Duty. They seem quite happy to let you be as it is and have no intention of doing so. You have no legal obligation to do so, leave it until your renewal when you need to declare any medical conditions such as these. They will then consult your Doctor, who has already said he is happy with you. Nothing to worry about there then. Quote Link to post
langouroux 14 Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 i cant remember seing anything about your liability to inform them about your circumstances your next renual of your fac you may have to declair it otherwise keep quiet gotta say im with this guy why bring it up until your renewal...you have enough on your plate as it is mate, enjoy your time off shooting etc......if it aint broke dont fix it and all that! Quote Link to post
mattydski 560 Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 Well what ever you do, dont worry about it. Sounds like you have enough on your plate!! And just do as your Doc has ordered...go out and enjoy your self, relax, and recouperate. Its amazing how good you can feel after a bit of random rabbit slaughter!! Think of all the things you can do after your harvested as well. :tongue4: Pate, curry, game pies........... ATB Matty Quote Link to post
cbw 4 Posted July 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 THANKYOU all for your coments and support!!! I am now off for a bit of 'random rabbit slaughter' ! CBW Quote Link to post
RicW 67 Posted July 9, 2009 Report Share Posted July 9, 2009 So, I have been diagnosed with acumulative post traumatic stress disorder. (Far too many dead children at work over a 10yr spell) They say this was triggered by the birth of my first child and has been getting worse for the last couple of years. Work have reffered me to the Ambulance trusts own councilor and my own Dr is being brilliant. The councillor has said I need to get out shooting and fishing more and my Dr thinks all will be well with regard to keeping my FAC. In fact both he and my councillor say they will write to the local police if there are any problems, as they know I am neither suicidal or homicidal! 1. how will the police find out I am suffering this stress? 2. Do I need to tell them? 3. Will I lose my rifles? 4. I am a BASC member should I inform them? Its all a bit much at present!!!!!!! Thanks in advance for any pointers. CBW Your Doctor and Counsellor are required to inform the Police IF AND ONLY IF they think you represent a risk to yourself or others. They are FORBIDDEN BY MEDICAL ETHICS to say anything to anyone if you are not such a risk. I believe you are an ambulance driver? You might want to tell your union. A mate of mine is a fireman and he developed PTSD for reasons like yours. The union were a great help to him. RIC Quote Link to post
skycat 6,173 Posted July 9, 2009 Report Share Posted July 9, 2009 I don't think many people realise just how gruelling your type of work is: hats off to you: we'd all be in the brown stuff without you lot. Look after yourself and chill! Quote Link to post
jenksi87 3 Posted July 9, 2009 Report Share Posted July 9, 2009 i'll second that mate. good luck to you and try to enjoy some time to yourselff. all the best Quote Link to post
medic1281 5 Posted September 4, 2009 Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 So, I have been diagnosed with acumulative post traumatic stress disorder. (Far too many dead children at work over a 10yr spell) They say this was triggered by the birth of my first child and has been getting worse for the last couple of years. Work have reffered me to the Ambulance trusts own councilor and my own Dr is being brilliant. The councillor has said I need to get out shooting and fishing more and my Dr thinks all will be well with regard to keeping my FAC. In fact both he and my councillor say they will write to the local police if there are any problems, as they know I am neither suicidal or homicidal! 1. how will the police find out I am suffering this stress? 2. Do I need to tell them? 3. Will I lose my rifles? 4. I am a BASC member should I inform them? Its all a bit much at present!!!!!!! Thanks in advance for any pointers. CBW Hi CBW, I work for the ambulance service too and know the sort of things you've been too. I certainly find time out shooting best to clear my head or just chill out! Don't know much about informing the FLO though. All the best in the future, hope you enjoy your time away. Phil Quote Link to post
jamie g 17 Posted September 4, 2009 Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 not all cases are seen as bad by the police mate. im sure your be ok. i would tell your flo tho jsut so they no. and it shows you are not trying to hide anything. Quote Link to post
cbw 4 Posted September 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 Thankyou again for your comments! I am still unable to return to work, I actually tried to push the issue as I really want to get back!!!!(Must be mad!!!) I have been told that I could be well enough come mid November. I have been out doing a lot of shooting and last week actually did my first carp night fishing session for 10 years!!! I feel much better but the Dr and ambulance trust counsellor feel it would be foolish and possibly dangerous for me to return too soon. Oh well, a bit more shooting and fishing. I have not informed the FLO, both my Dr and counsellor said they felt there was no need as I was not a danger to myself or the public and would write a letter to such effect if required now or at renewal. I just want to get back to normal!!!!! CBW Quote Link to post
bedrock 16 Posted September 4, 2009 Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 I’m glad your feeling better all that hunting and fishing done you good. Hats off to anyone who does your job you’ve saved my bacon more than once. all the best. john Quote Link to post
awen 29 Posted September 4, 2009 Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 sorry to hear about your situation mate, if suffering from stress there is a real good technique called [yoga nidra] its a yoga practice where you listen to someone talking you through a series of relaxation methods, all you have to do is lie down. it really does work my ex girlfriend was diagnosed with cancer she lied down and listened to it for half an hour a day and it helped her more than anything else. if you like i can get hold of a couple and post them to you. pm me if you like atb awen Quote Link to post
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