Today was my first day back in school since the winter break. I haven't been able to leave my house in four days and today was my first time out. I was panicking as soon as I stepped outside. All day in school my heart was racing and I couldn't stop shaking. I thought I was going to pass out. But once I get used to the routine again, it won't be as bad I think.

My mom is starting to notice how odd I act when I am around other people. When we went food shopping for Christmas, she saw how tense I was and how I was in a hurry to get out of the store. She asked me if I needed to talk to someone about it, but I told her I didn't need to. It feels weird for me to tell her how I feel around others and I don't know if I'd be able to talk to a professional about it either. I'd feel to embarrassed I think. Any advice?

Thanks,

The Aes Sedai