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From a tender age, Amanda recognized that her feelings of panic were distinct from those of her peers. While her friends navigated childhood with relative ease, she experienced a significant burden of dread and chaos. The panic manifested during times of separation, such as going to school or visiting her father's house on weekends. This constant anxiety led to feelings of misattunement and confusion, as she struggled to articulate her experience while adults around her made assumptions about her emotional state.