Reply #25: Just remember that you're not alone. There's this horrible stigma, but...

[FormerRepublican]

...if everyone knew about each other's illness they'd find out how common it is, and how many others are suffering silently beside them.

I gave up on the stigma thing as sheer stupidity long ago. I now talk about this stuff and hang the consequences. If people aren't grown up enough to be able to deal with it, screw 'em.

But I, too, know all about the downside of dealing with others when you have this type of illness. It impacts every aspect of your life.