I don’t know who to turn to. I am majorly depressed. I just had a panic attack/breakdown, and my parents are blaming me, saying I can control it. I have lived with untreated OCD all 17 years of my life. I’m so overwhelmed. My parents say I’m being ridiculous, and am letting my anxiety define me, and using it as a crutch. I’m really not, it’s just gotten so out of hand because it’s been untreated my whole life. I don’t know what to do anymore. I can’t see a way out of the darkness. I have no friends, and am homeschooled because I have Lyme disease, so I basically don’t leave the house. I feel like a crazy person. Any advice? I’ll probably delete this.

hi there! firstly i want to say that i think you are so strong for dealing with everything you have been handed. i am so sorry that you have had to endure so much at such a young age. but i think there is hope for you. you may not realize or cant even think of it now but better times are on the horizon. the hard times in our lives are not forever and all we are left with are the lessons we learn from them. i recommend engaging in some self care if you can like doing an activity you like or meditation. i know its hard right now but you can keep going! you got this! i wish you all the best and stay strong ❤️

I'm so sorry you are going through OCD and all the health issues too. You are really dealing with alot. I was also homeschooled, had health issues and struggled with OCD. It is not easy, but you can get better from this. If your OCD is untreated you cannot just control it. Even with treatment you can get better, but it's not instantaneous and it takes work. Sadly some people will understand anxiety and others won't. I'm sorry your parents aren't validating what you are going through, but everyone here gets it. Have you asked your parents about therapy? Or even a dr if you go to an appt? There is a way out and just know that what you are feeling is valid. Also if you can't get to therapy Kimberely Quinlan is very good has a podcast and erp school online. Jon Hershfield's book is good and Jonathan Grayson. There are lots of people online where you can learn things from in the meantime. I could send you more if needed. Good luck to you

Bless you. My heart goes out to you so much. I'm 19 and I've felt like this so many times. Panic attacks are horrible and I sorry you've just had one. And your parents blaming you on top of that must be so so painful. The best advice I could give you is to try and get exposure and response prevention therapy. Treatment is the way forward! Hang in there lovely. I'm hanging in so you can too.

Just keep doing your ERP and do some breathing exercises to help you if you have a panic attack. If you’re stuck at home try going out for walks or doing some form of exercise, I think it will really help. Maybe even some meditation or yoga. And most importantly remember that you’re never alone even when you feel like you are. If you’re doing your best than you are doing a wonderful job. Hang in there

Wow! Thank you so much for taking the time to get all these links! You’ve been so kind in your responses. 💖