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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Hurt123456789
Hurt123456789

Hi, I’m a 17 year old male struggling with depression because my parents disowned me after I tried to come out to them. If that’s doesn't sound bad enough all my friends ignore me and tell me to suck it up because I try to tell them about how sad I am (even contemplating suicide at times) but they don’t listen to me and they all avoid me everyday and act like I don’t see it but I really do. I have nobody and no one so please someone I need advice or something, anything please!

Justwantacceptance
Justwantacceptance
It isn't easy, and it never will be. That's something you have to accept right now,like I did several years ago when my depression really started bleeding into every aspect of my life. But with work it'll become manageable, I promise. A few things I can say is that suicide isn't the answer, it isn't even a real option. It's an escape, and a bad one. I've tried before and every time I regret attempting to go through with it. I still think about it, it's a tantalizing prospect when things are hard I know. But listen, you're parents never deserved you if they disown you for trying to tell them who you are, and your friends aren't really friends if that's how they approach the situation. If you ever need someone to vent to or to distract you from your troubles, contact me privately on here and I'll give you my Skype so we can keep in touch.
OlderCPer
OlderCPer
Its not always easy for people to take on other's sadness and depression...they often don't know how to respond, don't know what the proper response is, feel uncomfortable talking about the subject, and don't like to be brought down by other's bad mood. Yes, that can be a bit rude, and especially with teenagers who tend to be more concerned with their own issues. Perhaps talking to a Counselor or Therapist would serve you better and give you an outlet for the various issues you need to deal with.
Hopeful_WIshful
Hopeful_WIshful
Maybe you can also reach out to a PSW that maybe available at your school that can help. Hope you reach out to someone at school or other relatives to help you.
sharaninmd
sharaninmd
I am so sorry that your parents have disowned you. Your friends are not treating you like real friends would. You might consider talking to a counselor or a therapist. You could try talking with you school counselor before going to a private one. I wish you the best.
bridgie101
bridgie101
Surely the OP is no longer at school now that he has nowhere to live.

I think you need to make sure you have a job, and a house, and then make friends with people you get along with. Watch who you call a friend. If they're avoiding you, they're not your friends.

So if you have no friends you need to develop interests, meet people, have a good time.
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