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mental healthdysthymia
#RI-69a82329·about 2 months ago·
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Lookback: 7-8 years

struggling with chronic avoidance and low functioning

I've been stuck in a pattern of seeking perfectionism and chronic avoidance, with no dramatic collapse but rather a slow decline in functioning

What I wish I knew
"I wish I had recognized my dysthymia sooner and sought help earlier"
If I could tell you one thing
"don't minimize your struggles and seek help when you need it"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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