I think I have depression and I want to tell my parents but my brother recently got diagnosed so I feel like they would think that I'm just trying to get attention. What do I do?

Let me start by telling you that I've had a very similar experience pretty recently; so I'll talk based on my experience. I strongly believe you should talk to your parents about how you feel as soon as possible. Depression is serious disorder and should be taken care of as soon as possible, before it can get worse.

Just because someone close to you is going through things, doesn't mean that anything that you feel is devalued! Perhaps discuss with your parents how you feel, and that your brothers diagnosis has brought it to the forefront of your mind. Depression isn't convenient, and waiting until a convenient time isnt going to help anyone. Just be honest and straightforward, you being well is just as important as your brother being well.

Just tell them you think you have depression and would love to get tested as well. They should understand and help you, if not seek out resources to help you get diagnosed with depression.

Very important you tell them. Keeping it to yourself may cause more damage than good in the long run.

Your brother may be feeling alone in his diagnosis, and if you talked to him privately about it, might even a sense of relief. If it were me, I'd talk to him about some of my own struggles, and maybe work together on what to reveal to our parents.

Explain your whole list of symptoms out on paper to your family and tell them how you feel. Especially tell the truth, it may run in the family and the earlier it's treated, usually the better. But not all cases are the same. Don't try to make assumptions of the situation if you haven't brought it up to them yet, but i understand your concern,

Your parents won't call you an attention seeker. If they send your brother in therapy they will take your problem serious as well.

Just say that you need medical assistance. Let the doctor do their work of diagnosing. They will believe the doctor or psychologist.

Voice your concern to your parents; opening up the lines of communication can do wondrous things and who knows what they will think? Remember that your health and psychological wellbeing are most important here; it's important to try to overcome the fear so you can get the help you need. Discussion is key.

tell them you feel like you have depression! if your brother got diagnosed why would they think it was strange if you also had it