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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randomusername132
randomusername132

Hi, I'm in a really bad place right now. This is really my only place to vent right now because I don't feel comfortable actually talking to someone face to face, I feel like no one would really understand me even if I do talk to someone. I know my feelings are kinda petty and I worry, and get upset about little things. But all these things that people do and say build up inside this bottle inside me and lately it's been very full, when this bottle overflows I just want to cry every second of the day. I sit in the bottom of the shower and cry with my music blasting in the back ground so no one in my household can hear me. Being a teenager (15) I can't afford a therapist myself and I don't want to ask my parents to pay for sessions, because then I feel like they would start babying me and treating me like I'm fragile, like I could break at any second. I also don't want to stress myself over all the little things cuz again I don't want that bottle to overflow, so if anyone would be kind enough to give me some tips on anything that would be very much appreciated. 

cici65
cici65
Hi Random, I'm sorry to hear your having a hard time. Been there myself and it's hard to talk to people sometimes about what's really going on. First of all - your feelings aren't petty, they are valid. Being 15 is a rush of hormones & without being depressed you can feel pretty awful at times. I know you don't want to go to your parents, but I'm a mom of a teen and I pray my daughter would come to me for help if she needs it. Go to them, you might be surprised at how cool they could be about it. Another thought is to go see your guidance counselor at school. They are licensed counselors who do more than just help you pick classes. You can vent and they can tell if you need more help and find you free/low cost resources. Where I live there is a youth service bureau that provides counseling to teens in need.You don't need to be alone in your pain it only makes it worse. Also a trusted teacher at school is a good place to start too. Just tell someone before it becomes unmanageable. And I hope you find support here by knowing there are a lot of us who are going thru really tough times too. You are not alone.
RJW
RJW
Thank you for sharing. Shame is the biggest thing dealt with in getting help. You have nothing to be ashamed of, truly. Depression and Anxiety are like any physical illness, and need proper treatment. Sometimes the mental is just easier to hide, but hiding it, that doesn't mean it is gone or won't appear to others. If you have Unlimited minutes or can find a way to use a toll-free number, then can search out those who can help with your Mental Health even more, as they can help you find professionals in your area. However, just calling, that will remain anonymous, and be free. Please do vent here, as much as you want, but remember that you are more than worth getting helped. The stigma of Mental Illness grows less, as more know they need help, as with any illness. Someone with Diabetes needs a Professional (Doctor) to help them, and so it is with Mental Illness. Even the strongest and most fit human being needs help at some point. Please do find that help, but definitely feel free to vent here. Thank you. God Bless.
LoveSpringTime
LoveSpringTime
You need to talk to someone and I know that many teens do not want to share everything with their parents. The guidance counselor at your school is a good place to start. Here is another alternative, if you have a means to go to a church nearby, go there and talk to the pastor. Just get even half an hour of talking and chatting and you might be surprised at the advice and wisdom that these people have. I used to be skeptic but now I get advice from pastors at different churches when I have issues. I do that so that I do not keep coming back to the same place. I have been helped by these strangers so many times and I am so thankful. This is something you might want to consider. I hope that you will get some peace.