how can i tell my mum i want to get a mental health screening?
my mother and i have been trying to figure out what's going on with me, and i want to tell her to get me a mental health screening at the hospital, but i'm way toooo anxious to actually ask her. how can i tell her without, ya know, speaking?? please help!!
@charliesbeardie Hi! It took me 3 years to finally tell my mom about my mental health problems (Yeah, I know. A looonng time!). I find it best to wait until she's alone, maybe if she's watching TV and tell her you want to discuss something to her. If you can't confront her physically, then text/call her instead. Tell her that you've been feeling differently then normal and you think there is some issue. If your parents are haitian, like mine, then they won't really understand about mental health so it may be hard to convince them. The key is to be persistent!
@charliesbeardie Hey such a important question I feel, and one I support a lot of teens with. It sounds like your mum is already supportive of you and wanting to help which is a great first step. Would it be possible to ask her to attend doctors appointment with you ,and explain to her what exactly you would like her to do in that appointment. I think most hospital appointments come from doctor referals.
Also I moved you thread here, as the help section is for people looking for help with projects and teams on the site rather than personal support. Hopefully here you will get more response.