Parents who just don't understand..
Finding it really hard to connect with my parents. they make a big deal out of trivial things and it just makes me want to see them less and less. They're good people, they're just very ignorant on depression and pretty judgemental (not to mention egotistical). I find it hard to find subjects to talk about. They say that just coming out doesnt guarentee and that people will shower you will attention but they should at least show, try ect. Then they wonder why i dont eant to speak to them. I can't win with them, help please.
I completely understand your situation. I love my parents with all my heart, but they are still so new the the whole concept of mental illness. I can't tell you what to do or what not to do, because I have no idea myself. But what I believe you should do is only tell them if it can be benificial or positive - do not tell someone something close to you if you know they will have a negative reaction and will not provide you with support - do not allow yourself to be in a worse situation, and do not feel pressured to talk or not to talk. Only talk to those who you are comfortable with, and those who you feel can provide support and encouragement.