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Sounds like you should start with some evaluation. Either with a mental health specialist (psychotherpist or psychiatrist) or on your own first if that is easier.
It can be multiple different things, autism being one of them. Important is to not jump to conclusions and write down your findings, maybe talk to people you trust who are reflected (important, others might deter you).
Finding out helps shape your life into a non threatening thing. I speak from experience here. I used to have regular panic attacks, constant sweaty hands and stomach ache and thought this was normal.
I can’t point out enough how important it is to find out the reason for your bad experiences and stressful situations.
You are absolutely right! I have a psychiatrist, but maybe I should see a psychologist as well 🤔? I'm also on antidepressants, perscribed by the psychiatrist. They're not really strong, but still, I needed them. There was a time when I had the worst insomnia, staying awake for days at a time, then comatosing for 12, 14 hours.
Anyhow, I will mist definitely talk with someone who might diagnose (partially at least) why I am like I am.
Thank you! ☺️
Sounds like you know the way. Good luck! :) feel free to update.