Insomniac

I was an insomniac even as a child. As early as 4th grade I could remember crying at 3am cos I need to wake up at 5am.

Nope, never missed school despite. But those were dark days I used to attribute to teen angst. When I reached my 20s I hold my insomnia as a badge, something I can live with and be proud of living with, like a disability. I even named my blogs from it.

Now, looking back, I am worried. Was I a depressed teen then and just didn't know? Did I have anxiety even before I thought I started having the attacks? 

I am glad I survived it but I am afraid so little was done to help. I didn't know I needed help.