Though it started in her teenage years, it wasn’t until she was an adult that Vanessa realized she suffered from Skin Picking Disorder, also known as Dermatillomania. Since connecting with others with similar struggles, Vanessa found ways to manage it and live her life without shame. In this episode, she shares the raw emotions she experiences as she battles with the disorder.

Mental Illness and Vanessa: Skin Picking Disorder

I have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Panic Disorder. When I started publicly sharing my experiences, I learned that it helped people identify their own struggles and gave them courage to seek help. My goal with this series is to give people hope through the stories of others and help them realize they are not alone. You are not weird or broken, and your mental illness does not have to define you. Let’s eliminate the stigma surrounding the mental health conversation by sharing our experiences and learning ways to heal.

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Mental Illness and Vanessa: Skin Picking Disorder

Mental Illness and Vanessa: Skin Picking Disorder