At the beginning of 2019, I was at my lowest point. For the past three years, I had been suffering badly with horrible mood swings triggered by an operation I’d had that had thrown my hormones out of balance.
Every time I had suffered a low mood, it would take me weeks to pick up the pieces, only to spiral downwards again. I felt as though I couldn’t speak to anyone about my health issues, which led to me feeling incredibly isolated.
I realised I needed help, but I was so nervous that I continuously lost my nerve and put off going to my GP. Even thinking about going to the doctor could trigger a panic attack for me, and I found the most menial of tasks a struggle.
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