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Hi I'm Dee. I'm 23 and married. I've worked in health care as well as office settings but am now a home-maker. I'm knowledgeable in a variety of subjects but don't mind doing a little research if asked about something I don't know about. Most of my friends come to me for advice. I read several advice columns and would like to help you also. I'm not judgemental. Your life is yours to live it as you choose. I believe asking for advice is good, but ultimately the choice is yours. You WILL NOT find a hurtful or smartass answer here.
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I Have been feeling depressed for almost a year now, and I have read nearly all the articles posted about depression, but none of them really help me. I took the first step of talking to a trusted adult, who was one of my former teachers. She tried to help me by calling my mom and referring me to different counselors. But this made my mom very angry. My mom refuses to let me see a counselor, and she is not allowing me to have contact with my teacher either. I don't understand why, but I think it's because my mom feels like I am placing blame on her for my issues. Now I feel so alone because I have no one to talk to. I want to call my teacher, but my mom would be very angry if she found out. What else is there left for me to do if counseling is not an option? I fear I will keep getting more and more depressed like I have been. Please respond to my question, I really need your help!
Sometimes people aren't comfortable with the idea of something being wrong with their loved one. Your mom may be in denial. Try sitting down with her to explain how you're feeling and make sure she knows that you're not blaming her. Ask if she'll consider letting you see your family doctor. They can explain what's going on to your mom and help her to understand the options of treatment.
You might try talking to your school counselor. Explain the situation with your mom to the counselor so they understand that discussing it with her isn't going to help.
You can also try a youth crisis hotline. They're toll-free (so it won't show up on the phone bill) and available 24/7/365. 1-800-448-3000
(Rating: 5) Thanks for the number, I'll keep it just incase I need it.