“You’re Making Up Symptoms,” They Laughed—Until the Specialist’s Report Came Back.

eyes and the energy of someone who didn’t tolerate nonsense. She didn’t let my parents hide behind “we didn’t know” or Thomas hide behind “I was just joking.”

“Emma spent a year being gaslit about her body,” Dr. Parker said in our second session. “Each of you played a role. We’re going to talk about that.”

Thomas stared at the carpet. “I just didn’t continue reading …