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Just Wondering If Anyone Else Feels Like A "freak" Because Of Their Diagnoses.
A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭

I am diagnosed with severe bipolar I with psychotic features, ADD, OCD, sleep disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder. At times I just feel people look at me and can see that I have issues without knowing anything about me. Constantly feeling judged by others. Anyone else feel this way???

posted July 7, 2023
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

Don't feel that way. You have an illness just like any other. You wouldn't feel that way about someone who has cancer or diabetes. Be gentle with yourself and realize you are not your illness.

posted July 8, 2023
A MyDepressionTeam Member

When I was off medication I felt that way. Now that I'm on medication I feel better about myself because I don't have as many episodes. Things are better now. I'm sorry you feel this way. If it's a family member maybe you can talk to them about it. If it's someone on the street don't worry about it. They don't matter. If it's a friend talk to them about it. Ask them if they see you any different because you are diagnosed with this. If they say no go with it. If they say yes. Have them explain. Family & friends are important in your life. They will be honest with you. Talk to them.

posted July 7, 2023
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Freak out is my first, middle and last name!

posted July 7, 2023
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Sometimes I feel people can see through me and see the mess I am. I don't know if they judge me at that point. I think they judge me once I start talking.

posted July 7, 2023
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Yep. Super Self conscious.

posted July 7, 2023

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