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How can I tell my parents that I think I'm depressed?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Mar 9, 2018
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First of all figure out why you are depressed so that you can explain to your parents in a better way even though you don't always need a reason to be depressed. Then you can set up a time to talk to them. If you are feeling uncomfortable to talk to them face to face you can write a letter and keep it in such place where the letter is easily reachable. But in my opinion it's better to communicate with them face to face. You may also ask a trusted adult to convey your message to them.
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Anonymous on Mar 18, 2018
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Just be open and honest with them and tell them how you feel so they can help you . They are your parents and they will guide you in the right direction and get you the help that you need
Profile: Wolfie3735
Wolfie3735 on Mar 31, 2018
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Sitting down with your parents and telling them what’s going on in your life is a good first step in telling them that you think you’re depressed.
Profile: UniqueHero20
UniqueHero20 on Mar 31, 2018
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Let your parents know that you would like to talk to them and find that certain time you'd like to do so. It may seem hard to bring it up, but the sooner you do so, the sooner your parents can understand and help you.
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Anonymous on Apr 5, 2018
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I normally go about sharing my depressive modes in small increments I don't try to overwhelm my parent with so much of what's going on in my life simply because they already have no struggles with their own. Sometimes just sharing something that you love to do would love to do this more than enough to release a little bit of her depression even though you don't want to really share what depresses you. but as the conversation does go and you see that your mother is sincerely or even your father is sincerely willing to listen to more of what's bothering you their best wisdoms for you to help ease what bothers you
Profile: 1980friend
1980friend on Apr 6, 2018
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I acknowledge it, accept and think of ways to recover. I don't believe that you can cure depression 100% but by being with positive, happy people, constantly remind and be thankful that we are still living and healthy is a good start, and reach out to others. Only when we reach out to others, we focus lesser on ourselves and that is when the healing process begin. Depressed as I maybe, I will not think that this world will end. I will do something that makes me happy everyday .. eg watching a feel good movie, connect with children or learn a new language.
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Anonymous on Apr 11, 2018
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Maybe you could start by asking if they have noticed changes, like maybe you have stopped liking this and that? Maybe you have been less cheerful? Ask if they have noticed this, and you could begin to talk about how you feel on the inside. I hope they understand :)
Profile: Ebeyn
Ebeyn on Apr 14, 2018
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I think you should talk to them, Explain why. And express what exactly you are feeling. Because that's what I did :)
Profile: Altruren
Altruren on Apr 14, 2018
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It can be difficult for your parents to understand what depression is in the first place if they've never experienced it. Both of my parents did not initially understand the true pain and potential dangers of the depression I was going through. My recommendation is to be very open and vulnerable with your parents. Let them know exactly what you are feeling, the struggles that you are going through, and make a strong emphasis on how serious the situation is. Expect your parents to be confused at first if they don't understand depression. Expect them to give you advice that may or may not fit you. Understand that they are human too and while they may not initially understand, they want the best for you and will come around. Also, if you are still frightened of their opinion, know that even if they don't understand there are always going to be others that understand and will be there for you completely, such as the wonderful people on this platform.
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courageousMelody30 on Apr 18, 2018
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Before you tell your parents you think you may be depressed it's essential that you figure out what to say and how to approach it. Ask for help! You may be afraid as to how your parents will react so it's always a good idea to have someone you trust by your side. You may cry. Also, your parents may cry and seem unhappy but you are doing the right thing by addressing it now before it gets worse.
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