Some people are scared if you can say to them it is okay to be a little scared but please don't forget or ignore me because I am a little scared too. Some people will ignore you it does hurt but you realize that there ignorance can hurt to begin with but you make other friends real friends not ignorant swines like those that just turned their back on you. JohnE72

I’ve had the thought from time to time that society has become more accepting of mentally challenged and Autistic persons than the mentally ill. And I think there might be two reasons. Talking about the two dx have become more acceptable and we see more of these people in current social media. They are no longer scary. But mental illness in the family is still whispered about. And the unknown is scary.

Don't be scared, u have nothing to be scared of. You r only different, not abnormal at all. People are ignorant so u must have power. Knowledge is power so research your condition as much as possible so that u can set people straight wen they make some stupid comment. I'm proud to be different n consider it a gift (of sorts) as it's allowed me to be more human n understand others who r suffering so very much. Take care my friend n remember be proud of who u r. U don't get another life so make the most of this one. Hugs for u

U different that's all. If u build up your own self esteem what other people think doesnt matter. People are naturally scared of what they don't know, like sheep!!! Knowledge is power. If u have the knowledge of your condition then u have the power to put them straight. I'm proud to be different n not shy of telling ignorant people what they should know so they don't make the same mistake again. Take care n hugs for u

I don't like admitting I'm afraid of people. I'd rather say i don't like them.