People don't believe I'm really depressed, how can I explain it to them?

You shouldn't have to convince people you are depressed. No one will understand and when one is depressed, making people understand shouldn't be a priority. Depression is a personal matter.

Explain that depression is a very severe issue and that classical symptoms of depression do not apply to everyone.

If someone doesn't believe your depressed, you should tell them what you are going through. There is no guarantee that they will believe you, but you know what you're feeling is real that that is what matters.

Sometimes it may be hard for others to "see" you as being depressed sometimes it is nice to be able to find a person with whom you can be accountable to where they say "I am with you in this, and I will not leave you." Talking about your depression will help people to understand what your going through as well. Explain that you feel worthless, guilty, are unable to sleep, don't want to get out of bed and can't think clearly. Also explain that people who are not depressed don't feel these things every day.

You can explain your depressed in different ways, but if they refuse to believe you maybe they are not the friends you want to have, your friends need to be supportive and believe you when you tell them something that serious.

Explaining to someone that you really are depressed is a really hard thing to do. You just want them to understand you and know how you feel. But honestly you don't have to prove anything to them. But if you really want them to know what is going on in your life try and talk as if it's a metaphor I know when I first told my parents I had depression and they didn't understand I said "It feels like your drowning and your being pulled down further and further and everyone can swim and stare at you." It made them quiet but they understood.

Being depressed is just like suffocating But you can see everyone around you breathing You should be able to take in fresh air like everybody else, but you can’t. The worst part is everyone mistakes your chest moving frantically up and down as breathing

Depression is a serious issue and should be taken serious. Let the person know that you have depression and everyone has their own experience of it. If you have to prove your depression you should consider finding new people to associate with that understand you

Explain that you understand why they may not believe you, but the feelings you are experiencing are very real. Explain how these feelings of depression are impacting your life and relationships and the way you function. Ask them to consider your point of view and put themselves into your shoes.

In my opinion, unless that person is a licensed therapist, social worker, psychologist, or psychiatrist, you don't have to prove to anyone anything. You can tell them, but let them believe it if they want/don't want. If they don't believe you, then move away from them and have a good, productive, and positive chat with your licensed professional. I think it is to the upmost important to try and help yourself MORE SO than helping others understand you. In this case, it can be okay to be selfish. Don't focus too much on what other people think/feel about you.