Do I need to tell people that I'm depressed?

Only if you are comfortable telling people, if you are not or do not trust the person enough then no you don't have any obligation to disclose that if you don't want to

If you are not receiving the help and support you think you need, then you should tell someone how you are feeling. It sounds dumb, but talking to someone really can help. If you're feeling unexplainable sadness or having thoughts of harming yourself or others, please talk to someone! There is nothing weak or shameful about admitting you need help. However, if you're referring to just telling random people you're depressed after already receiving the help you need, no... you don't need to tell anyone unless you want to. Experiencing depression is extremely personal. You don't have to share what you're going through with anyone unless you want to.

You don't need to tell anyone anything that you don't want to, but it's good that you let others know that you need help. They can provide you with resources.

Yes, it is very important to seek help. Remember you're not alone! There are a lot of people you'd gladly give you a hand.

It would probably be good to do that. I would suggest only telling people you trust, like a close friend or a parent. If things get too bad, then you should tell someone so you can get help. It's not necessarily a have to thing, but it's just so somebody has an idea.

Do you feel comfortable telling people that you are depressed? The answer to this is based on what you feel. Sometimes telling people can be really beneficial as it can help build a support group to help you get through whatever has caused you to become depressed in the first place. Remember, some people may not always react the way you want them to, and that is okay. If you ever need someone to speak to, I'm here to listen. I know what depression is like and I can tell you that things do get better.

That's all up to you! You don't have to do anything that you don't want to, and the decision to share your personal struggles with depression is just that -- personal. That said, seeking support for depression is an essential component for recovery. Whether you're reaching out to a mental health professional or getting community support online or in real life, having other people keeps you from feeling overwhelming isolation. And if you believe the people in your life will understand, you can share your struggles with them so that they understand where you're coming from and what you need from them.

No you don't need to tell anyone. If you want to tell your friends or your family you can but you're not forced to. I would recommend you to talk to your parents but you don't need to tell everybody.

If you have someone close to you, a family member, friend or partner, that you feel you can confide in, then perhaps it would benefit you to let them know what you're going through. Chances are they can help you, and if not, don't be discouraged to seek help from others.

No. Not necessarily. It may come as a comfort if you have someone checking in on you. But you have no obligation to tell anyone if you don't want to.