Living with Anxiety Disorder and Aspergers

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I can relate to the anxiety as well. I've had panic attacks, they are not fun. I've also been in psych wards, the first when I was 15 after a suicide attempt. That pretty much sucked. I told my mom in detail how I was planning on killing myself, and she told me to go to bed and I would feel better in the morning. So at least your parents were concerned/engaged enough, took you seriously, and got you help before you tried to kill yourself. Have you thought about asking your parents to see a therapist? A therapist can be a good mediator between you and your parents. If being surrounded by religiosity is contributing to your illness, the best thing would be to stop being exposed to religion (easier said than done when you are a minor living at home). I'm not suggesting you sit your parents down on your own, but perhaps with a professional, they would be more open? I don't really know, but it might be an avenue to pursue. If for nothing else, than to have a professional willing to advise you and who can't talk to your parents without your consent.