What to do when you've been gaslighted with Dr. Katie Gorman-Ezell
In this episode, Dr. Katie Gorman-Ezell discusses the experience of being gaslighted by the medical community and loved ones for individuals with POTS and other chronic invisible illnesses. She highlights the psychological impact of being dismissed or told that one's symptoms are not real. Dr. Gorman-Ezell emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, seeking supportive healthcare providers, and relying on supportive networks that validate the individual's experiences. The episode aims to empower listeners to trust their own experiences and feelings, and to find strategies to cope with and challenge dismissive attitudes from others.