How do I tell my parents that I think I’m depressed and I want help?

Try writing a letter, sometimes it’s easier to write something than say it. Explain how you’ve been feeling and why you feel like getting help would benefit you.

You could tell him the best way you can. It may take time, but find out what you want to say and tell them what causing you to feel that way, they are you family they should understand, if you express how you feel they could give you the proper help you need, so you don’t feel like your alone and they could help you, holding it in that’s not healthy, I know it’s gonna be weird telling your parents, but if you need support and help you, you have to say something. Your health is every important and you need someone and they are your parent they would love to make sure your safe and happy.

Telling you're parents that you're depressed is a very hard thing to do but having an honest sit-down conversation with them is the best way to go about this. You should be fully honest with them and tell them how you feel about the situation. If you want to seek help coming to the conversation with sources of information outlining places where you could get this help would make the process more smooth for you're parents as well. You have to keep in mind that you're parents even if they don't show it they love you too and they want what's best for you verbalizing what you think is best is the first step.

I think that it would be best to communicate to them clearly the reasons why you think this is the best course of action. In my experience, when telling people what you need from them, doing these things can go a long way in seeing that you get it. It might also be good for you to tell your parents what you're struggling with in a way that they can understand.

Starting the conversation can be challenging, and difficult. I've been there as a teen myself when I first wondered if I was depressed. I'm not sure there is any one right way. The most important thing is to start the conversation. Be as honest as you feel, and remind yourself you are not a burden. No matter how hard it can be, their response may surprise you with the compassion. If the response is not as compassionate as you'd have hoped, please know that does not determine your truth nor your worth. You deserve happiness. Fight the good fight for it.

This depends on the type of family dynamic you have. If your parents prefer you to get directly to the point, it may be worth considering. You would go to them and politely say "I feel depressed, and I think I may need help." If your parents prefer you to gradually introduce concepts to them, you would do research and put together facts. Tell them your reasons, and tell them your beliefs. Mostly though it just depends on the type of family you live in. There may be problems after you tell your family how you feel, especially in today's society where stereotypes are just par for the course. Ultimately, as this is a widely varying subject, it's up to you.