I guess it depends on your circumstances. I am more of a quiet sufferer, I don 't have dramatically obvious moments, at least not now. Plus I am good at hiding and obfuscating things, so I can cover up things as other things. Panic attacks leading to nausea pass off as stomach problems. Down days - you're tired. Insomnia - tell them too much coffee too late. Hyper days, ditto. Startled, shocked, jittery. Same. I have the option 85% of the time literally withdrawing and hiding in my office behind a shut door if I need to. Not everyone has that option.

But honestly, it is a godsend. You have to put your best foot forward and put on your game face even if you don't want to. It forces you to act "normal" even if it is an act.