StillFighting
27-12-14, 23:46
Hello everyone,
I am 31 years old and I suffer from generalized anxiety disorder. Recognizing that I am ill was one of the most difficult things. Acceptance is something I am still struggling with. I have been in therapy for some time, and although it's challenging, I'm still fighting.
I grew up in a society where mental health illnesses are not taken seriously. People have often dismissed that GAD is real, I've had my emotions invalidated, I've been told it's all in my head and I should just snap out of it. For a very long time I've been feeling ashamed (I still am sometimes), and I thought it was all my fault.
I've joined this forum hoping to find people that can relate, share experiences, support and understanding. Thank you for reading this.
T.
I am 31 years old and I suffer from generalized anxiety disorder. Recognizing that I am ill was one of the most difficult things. Acceptance is something I am still struggling with. I have been in therapy for some time, and although it's challenging, I'm still fighting.
I grew up in a society where mental health illnesses are not taken seriously. People have often dismissed that GAD is real, I've had my emotions invalidated, I've been told it's all in my head and I should just snap out of it. For a very long time I've been feeling ashamed (I still am sometimes), and I thought it was all my fault.
I've joined this forum hoping to find people that can relate, share experiences, support and understanding. Thank you for reading this.
T.