According to the World Health Organization, anxiety disorder is the most common mental disorder and as many as 1 in 13 people globally suffers from it. Constant anxiety and panic attacks can disrupt a person’s life, making it hard for them to accomplish even the simplest everyday tasks. However, most people who never had any mental health issues find it hard to understand the weight of it all. Furthermore, many are left wondering how they suppose to act when someone close to them is suffering from a mental disorder.
Actress Kelsey Darragh who admitted to having panic attacks and an anxiety disorder shared an intimate list she wrote to her boyfriend. In order to help him understand her condition, she wrote down 15 things he can actually do to help her get through a panic attack. The list was highly appreciated and went viral. If you or someone close to you suffer from similar mental disorders this is a must-read!
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Actress Kelsey Darragh suffers from panic attacks and an anxiety disorder
Image credits: Kelsey Darragh
She recently shared a list she wrote for her boyfriend
She wrote down 15 things he can actually do to help her get through a panic attack
Kelsey encouraged her followers to share what helps them get through panic attacks
