Hi,

I need some advice on dating a man with GAD that has agoraphobia tendencies(?). Hope this is the right place to post.

I started talking to a man online a few months ago--we haven't met yet due to covid. Everything was going great, we have so much in common, he is kind, smart, funny and considerate. Yesterday he told me that he has generalized anxiety disorder, and literally cannot leave his apartment. He has severe panic attacks if he does. It started many years ago after he experienced a traumatic event. He is early 30s, and the event took place when he was 17/18. I am upset that he didn't tell me, but I can understand why he didn't. I still care for him deeply.

I am at a complete loss. I really truly thought he might be the one for me. I am hoping someone on here can give me some advice on how to proceed. I can see that he is still the great person I was talking to, just don't know how to cope with his not being able to leave his apartment. Any advice or insight wold be truly appreaciated. My heart is breaking.