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Depression and Social Anxiety.
I think I have depression. I've read about symptoms, and I have almost all of them. I've been feeling like this for about 4-5 months now. My dad has depression and I think it runs in his family. But I don't know how to tell anyone. I'm really shy, and I don't think anyone will believe me because I act happy around people even when I feel like dying, if I need to cry then I won't do it when there are people around. If I tell my mum she'll probably say I'm just feeling down or something. I don't know where I can find a counsellor and I'd probably have to tell my mum where I was going if I did. I'd find talking to someone horrible because I feel sick when I talk to people I don't know. I also think I have social anxiety but I don't know what to do about that either. What should I do about this depression problem because I don't know how to tell someone. Sorry this is so long, thanks :)
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I used to be the same! I am taking zoloft now. Talk to your school giudance counsler or you have to talk to your mom or dad. Feeling like that is no good, even witht a fake smile its no good. Your parents can probably tell.
~Nokomis~
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Having gone through depression, I can sympathize with you at how hard it is to open up to anybody. I can also tell you that once you tell your parents, you will feel a million time better. It's as if a weight has been lifted. It may be easier for you to tell your dad, as he is going through the same thing.
If there is a counseler at school, go to him. Or her. He may be able to help you.
Whatever you do, don't go through this alone. That will only increase your feelings of depressed.
If you ever want to talk, feel free to contact me.
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i would talk to someone who's really close to you, someone you trust with all your heart. I know it's hard talking about your depression and all but it will help you to talk to someone that will understand and help you get through it alright to where you arent depressed anymore. If you feel uncomftorble talking to you mom or a conciler you dont know, try the school counciler. She/He should be able to help you also. and plus it doesnt hurt to talk to someone you dont know that much, including teachers you trust.
Good Luck and i hope that everything goes good. :)
xoxo Natally+
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It's hard to talk to people about depression, I had no idea I was clinically depressed until I talked to someone. It would be best to first tell the person you are closest to, and just slowly open up to that person, that will help you get over the social anxiety. It's really hard to deal with, but with support of family and friends, it's something that can be dealt with. Just keep your head up, hope I helped, good luck and keep me posted. -Angel
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Wow, hun, I'm so sorry.. I have the same problem. I was suicidal and cutting and everything.. Please make sure it doesn't ever get bad enough that you cut - it doesn't help. If your dad has it, its very possible that you do.. You need to tell someone. I think the person who would understand most would be your dad, and even though it might not seem like it at times.. Your parents just want you to be happy. Tell them and they can get anti-depressants, and probably a counselor.. If you don't feel comfortable doing this (although its the most sure-fire solution), you could go to your school couselor. Your parents don't need to know that you've visited the school counselor or anything.. I hope I helped.
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