How do I tell my parents I'm depressed?

Explain to them what depression is first, and that it is a serious illness that needs to be treated. Explain to them what you are feeling, and what you need. What you need could be therapy, love and support, etc.

be completely open, your mental health is a huge priority. You deserve to get some help on it. If they don’t understand, try describing how you feel to them.

It may sound more difficult to do; but ask them if they could sit to discuss some things with you. And then be very upfront, open and honest (that's the hard part). Be truthful about how you feel, how long you've felt that way etc. It may even be a good idea to think about beforehand what you want to say and what you want to gain from the meeting with them. And it's okay to tell them what you want from them, it could be space, it could be just someone to listen to you etc. The key in my opinion is it being a very open and honest conversation.

Pick a time to tell them when they will be able to listen and have no distractions. Remember that people only have a split second to respond but after a while and thinking about it may come up with a rational plan.

I struggled with this myself and had to bring in a doctor to back me up since my parents don't "believe in" depression but the best way is to sit them down and explain to them how you feel and try to explain that there is little reasoning. I had to express that I was sad and did not know why. It is really hard though. Another suggestion is to get a sibling or other close person to help you.

The best way I found is to sit one parent down that you feel most close to and talk about your stress and what is making you feel this way and also ask for help this way you are able to talk to them with out being bombarded with loads of different questions that you may or may not want to be answering. It is one of the hardest things to go through. On one hand you need to seek help and on the other you don’t want your parents feeling pain. But they will suffer more pain knowing you are hurting deep down. All the best~ keely xo

I personally have not told my own parents that I get depressed sometimes because the stigma and negative connotations surrounding that word prevents me from doing so. So for me, it isn't that important for them to know my personal life. They're still very conservative and close-minded with their ways; depression is seen as mere laziness for them. If you somehow have parents like mine and would really want to tell them, I suggest you try to enlighten your parents first and foremost about the definition (get them to understand what it really means and convince them it's not just a fancy term or excuse for being lazy or anything like that) and how destructive depression can be if left untreated/neglected. I wish you good luck with it :)

I'm so sorry to hear that you feel that way, to begin with! My parents didn't react well, and here's why. I didn't quite explain how or why, I didn't make it clear to them I wanted help. I was really nervous at first, and before I talked to my mom I had many panic attacks about talking to her about my depressive tendencies. You just have to be patient, know that they might not get it right away, and try to explain it as clear as you can. Know that no one, will ever be able to understand your depression completely the way you do, do try to explain it as thoroughly as possible, and when it all started. When I told my parents, I felt very guilty for taking up there time for something as silly as depression, (it's what they think, I think depression is very serious however) I don't want you to feel guilty at all. You are strong, and you can do this! Good luck and I hope I helped a bit! :)

It's pretty hard to hide the fact that you're depressed from your parents. I tried to do it but failed - it's not as bad as you think it's going to be. They love you and will want to help you get through your worst days as well as your best

Depression is a very difficult situation to go through and its more difficult to go through it alone. Your parents are there to help you. You should take the time to collect your own thoughts before you speak with your parents and then sit down with your them and tell them the truth about how you're feeling and why your feeling this way. Sometimes you may not even know why you're feeling this way, and that's ok. Tell them how long you've been feeling this way, the thoughts that have gone through your mind, and anything else you want to share with them. You may have the steps you believe will help you get through this situation and feeling you should share that with them. Its a scary thing to be alone and it takes so much courage to ask for help and this is the first step to asking for help.

Hello. You are very courageous that you want to share your depression with your family. It is very brave, and most people never are able to do it. However, it is crucial to have a robust support system. Multiple studies have shown that family and social support plays an important role in treatment outcome. I have a hunch that since you are confident that your family will support you have a trusting relationship; therefore, you know the best way to talk to them. If you are interested, you can practice here, and we can support you and listen. People usually gain confidence when they practice with the therapist or peers.

Let them know that you have been feeling really down recently, and maybe mention some of your symptoms. Take it slow, it may take a few conversations and it can be a little bit scary on both sides. Sometimes it will be hard to hear on your parents behalf as no one wants their child to be depressed, but even if they don't fully understand or accept it at first. When they see how it is affecting you and see the signs now they know what they are looking at they will start to understand. Just take it as slow or as fast as you need and listeners are always here to support you if you need to chat afterwards

I have been in this situation before, and I understand your struggle. There is no one right way to go about this. The best thing to do is approach your parents in a way that you know they’d be receptive to. Can you think of another time you’ve had a serious conversation with them that went well? Using similar techniques may help you. You are very brave for taking this step. No matter how you choose to go about it, the fact that you’re doing it shows that you are brave and capable of handling tough situations. Good luck!

Tell them how it feels to be depressed, how dark and cold it it. And how much you want to feel warm again. You can tell them that everything is dark and you can't figure out how to make it better. Tell them you know you love them and you know they love you, but you can't feel anything but sorrow. Ask them to help you find your way back home with them. Tell them how hard it was to open up about this because you know they gave you everything they can and you don't want to be ungrateful, you just want to feel better.

Honestly, there is no correct way to go up to your parents and tell them that you are depressed, but it is important to communicate with them if you need support, love, and help. Parents do not always understand why their child is depressed and sometimes would rather tell their child that they are not depressed. Do not worry nor stress, they are struggling to know or understand how this happened. Once your voice is heard and you let them know, whether you write a letter, send a text, tell them face to face, or however you want to express it, they will listen. Your parents will hear you.

This can be a difficult thing to do, especially if you’re afraid your parents won’t validate your feelings. The best thing you can do is let your parents know how you feel in others words than just saying “I’m depressed”, let them know that you feel tired, sad, frustrated etc. and you feel like you don’t have control over it. Some may be afraid that their parents won’t understand and why explaining these feelings in detail may help your parent understand. If you are not close with your parent this could be extremely difficult but my biggest advice is to take a deep breath and try not to over think the situation.

Telling your parents you are depressed can be a hard and challenging thing to do. Though, it takes strength to express wanting to tell your parents, which is something to be proud of. Telling your parents may be hard, so, it may be best if you let them know you have something serious to talk about. Taking them to a private space to be able to discuss your current mental health would be a great start. You can always come to 7 cups after speaking to your parents, and speak to a listener on how you feel the conversation with your parents went.

Telling your parents you're depressed in one of the most important steps to take during this stage. The first thing you should know is that your parents will always love you, but they may not understand the concept of depression because he or she may not have experienced it themself. The first step is to sit your parents down and tell them how your feeling and how it has been affecting you on a daily basis. This will slowly lead to them asking how they can help, and you can suggest them to a therapist, etc. If your parents don't understand then your next best option is to talk to another trusted adult who your parents are close with.

I am not one to give advice as I don't have depression, but I have told my parents about my anxiety. Try explaining it to them, telling them how you feel during depressed times. Explaining to them when it started and how they could maybe help. It is best if they understand what you are going through before they decide to help. I am not an expert, so I don't know how your parents could possibly react. But just remember that there are people who understand you everywhere around the world. But yes, explaining it to them seems like the best option.

Talking out with your parents about your depression would be a good idea. They are your immediate help and a important support support system. Your parents would be able to give you emotional support and help you deal or reduce the symptoms of depression. Communication is also important rather than keeping to yourself and not looking to reach out to get help. You would not only worsen your depressive state but it may progress to chronic illness, which you don't want. Your parents will help you find a way to improve your symptoms and how to deal with your illness

There is no need to hurry this process. Opening up to the people you care about can be extremely challenging, and scary. But always remember, your parents are there to love and support you no matter what. I am sure they will understand what you are going through, and support you every step of the way. An easy way to bring it up would be to find a time where you can both sit down comfortably, and talk with no interruptions. Explain how you're feeling, and make them see this is bothering you. Be honest and direct, your parents are there to cherish you and love you no matter what. So don't be afraid.

This may be a really hard thing to do depending on your parents, bt it is important to know that no matter what, talking and searching help is always the bst option. Onc you've done it, though as I said it may seem hard, you will feel much better and relieved. Talking about how we feel is always valid, and much more if we can tell it to our parents, or whomever it might be that lives with us. When we open ourselves to others we automatically allow them to help us and give us a hand. Therefore, saying it to them is an extreme personal decision, but always making sure that opening up is the right decision.

Telling your parents you're depressed can be difficult or even impossible, because they may feel shocked or upset that their child is going through something serious. First, tell them that you would like to talk about your mental health when you have their attention. Make sure you stay calm and patient, as the news can be shocking to them at first. Then, explain to them how you've felt for the past few weeks or months. Provide examples or details. Be as open as possible. Remember, you are brave enough to talk about your mental health. Your mental health is just as important as physical health, and your parents would want the best for you.

First addressing yourself and what is going on personally is the best first step. Sitting down and having a space that is safe for both parties can be more relaxing for all. Speaking out loud about feelings and showing you care will then lead to the other party caring as well. Emotions and words should be felt and said, not being afraid and opening up can help the person talk about how they feel. When the parties have talked it through and feel like it has gone somewhere, a middle ground can be met to have both parties be okay.

Well, if you afraid to tell them personally. If you are afraid to break down in front of them. Then there is one way I can suggest I used to do it whenever I felt something was so tough for me to tell my parents or when I make a mistake. Just take a paper and write a letter to your parents describing all your feelings. Call your parents and tell them to read it and you go away sit in another room. When they are reading your letter. That's it. And your work is done. I pray it may help you.

Find a time when you can approach your mom or dad in a calm way. You might want to open the conversation by asking, "Can I talk to you? I've been feeling depressed and bad about things. I've been thinking I might need to talk to someone." If it's too hard to start a conversation in person, you could write your parent a note saying you need to talk. Sometimes the conversation just gets started by itself. For example, if you're crying or overwhelmed, you might just blurt out your feelings. This could be the perfect beginning to the conversation you need to have. If you're really upset, you'll need to calm yourself (at least a little) to make the conversation worthwhile. That way, a parent can hear what's on your mind and really listen.

This one is very tricky, something even I'm still struggling with. Sometimes just saying "I'm depressed. I need help" is the best. It's the most clear, direct way and might feel good to get off your chest, but it comes with its anxieties. If you're not comfortable with that, you can try using smaller words. "I'm sad", "I'm in pain", "I'm mad, whatever you're feeling. But, if you're like me and have a hard time talking about emotions with your parents, you could try more discrete methods. Texting about it, writing a letter about it, or, if you're lucky and your doctor makes you fill out a mental health evaluation paper, you could try answering honestly and let your doctor direct you and your parents towards the help you need. Your emotions aren't something to be ashamed of, it's not "just a phase", you're valid and you deserve the right to tell people about your battles.

I think that it is important to be direct and explicit. Depression and mental health issues are not things that we can beat around the bush with. We need to be open, honest and direct. Label your emotions, your struggles, your thoughts. When you are able to label your emotions, struggles and thoughts, you are able to express them to another person. Depending on your age, you may need their support in seeking care; but a lot of providers are able to assist teenage clients without letting the parent know what exactly is said in session.

It is really hard to tell your parents that you are depressed. This is most especially true if you know that they are not open-minded. Like me, I have been so afraid to say it to my mother because I am afraid that I would get hurt even more. Luckily, my father was a great listener. Yet, it was not still easy, because I am not as expressive as other people. I feel like I'm still fortunate, because despite such a challenge, my father responded to me positively. We talked about it one and one, and he was positive in allowing me to seek professional help.

It’s important to have an open and honest conversation with your parents and others in your circle about how you're feeling and what your needs are. Setting up a network is key, whether that be family or friends. If everyone is on the same page, they will be able to better understand what you are going through and provide the support you need. This can be a difficult conversation to have, so I recommend asking your parents to do their own additional research on depression so they can understand exactly what you are experiencing and the additional support options available to you.