I have panic attacks, possibly pmdd, and while the treatment I’m on is usually helpful about one to a few days a month I have attacks with obtrusive thoughts of self harm that break thru. During these episodes I may start crying at work or freak out about the thoughts that I end up calling in over fear of driving or having a severe outburst at work. I do have FMLA paperwork but still feel guilty and don’t know if other with these issues stay home when they occur and how often. I always try to get ready and may start driving only to start feeling chest pains, light headedness, mind fog, and tunneling vision before pulling over & going back home.
thanks