Mental illnesses are real. Mental conditions. Disorders are real. I am so sick of people using their ignorance to put down people who are suffering from REAL LIFE ILLNESSES, CONDITIONS, AND DISORDERS that EXIST.
Depression exists. It's not "an excuse to be overly sad".
Anxiety exists. It's not "just being shy and rude"
OCD exists. It's not "being a cleanliness freak"
Autism exists. It's not "an excuse to have a tantrum"
Learning disorders exist. It's not "an excuse to let 'dumb' kids pass school without being pushed".
Sensory issues exist.
Personality disorders exist.
I have serious respect for any kid or teen out there who has to deal with illnesses or disorders alone. Either because they are afraid to be outed or think they will be in serious physical or emotional trouble, or any other reasons.
Just because you cannot see it does not mean it does not exist.
wake up.
