🧠Growing up with undiagnosed panic disorder affected every aspect of my life.
💔The lack of understanding and support from others made it even more challenging.
🏡My anxiety became so overwhelming that I couldn't leave the house.
🧩Getting diagnosed and learning to manage my anxiety was a turning point in my life.
✨Sharing my story and experiences helps others understand and empathize with mental health challenges.
When did you realize there was something wrong with you?
—As I grew up, I noticed that my anxiety and panic interfered with my everyday life and realized there was something wrong with me.
How did your childhood impact your mental health?
—My childhood was filled with dread, chaos, and confusion due to my undiagnosed panic disorder. It impacted my emotional well-being and ability to cope with separation.
How did others around you respond to your anxiety?
—Unfortunately, the lack of understanding and support from others made it even more challenging for me to cope with my anxiety. They often removed obstacles instead of helping me face my fears.
When were you diagnosed with panic disorder?
—I was diagnosed with panic disorder when I was 25 or 26 years old after years of struggling with anxiety and panic attacks.
What steps did you take to manage your anxiety?
—After being diagnosed, I sought professional help, learned coping mechanisms, and developed strategies to manage my anxiety. It was a turning point in my life.
00:00I grew up with undiagnosed panic disorder, experiencing panic and anxiety on a daily basis.
03:56The lack of understanding and support from others made it harder for me to cope with my anxiety.
07:24My anxiety became so overwhelming that I couldn't leave the house.
09:19After 25 years, I was finally diagnosed with panic disorder and began managing my anxiety.
14:28As I grew older, my anxiety worsened, and my ability to manage it became increasingly difficult.
