Depression Support Group

Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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RBarbie23
RBarbie23

I am asking for a friend dear to my heart. She has depression and was seeing a counselor but her parents acted like there was something wrong with seeing a counselor or dealing with depression. I wanted to know how do you make your parents understand your situation and get them to be more supportive.?


Thank you!

shadowlady
shadowlady
You could easily be talking about,me years ago. My parents were totally against me seeing a counselor when I was a teen. My grandmother was my saving grace and listened to me and took me to appts. Does your friend have an adult she can confide in who maybe could be her mentor as well as help,her out with her parents? Good luck.
robotnik
robotnik
https://www.buzzfeed.com/annaborges/how-do-i-tell-my-parents-i-need-mental-health-help?utm_term=.uc5KBz2x4d#.cyv0wdO21k

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/talk-depression.html

https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/online-forums/young-people/my-parents-don%27t-believe-in-depression