Hi -

So, I'm still fairly new to coping with my anxiety (I've been having panic attacks for well over a decade, but didn't know what they were or why they happened until recently). So, I was supposed to spend Christmas with my boyfriend's family this past December due to extreme anxiety and overwhelming anxiety attacks. I just couldn't make the drive. I have been with my boyfriend for over 4 years, he is aware of my anxiety and panic issues and is very helpful and sympathetic. But I haven't seen my boyfriend's family since I skipped out on Christmas, and tomorrow I will be seeing them again. I just don't know how to explain my absence to them without either making something up or sounding crazy....

Does anybody have any advice?