I think is because they do not know what to do about it.

Your assuming that because "You're" brave enough to talk, "They're" brave enough to listen. Most people are afraid that they'll say the wrong thing and make you feel worse, or they won't say the "politically correct thing" or they'll come off unfeeling. And some people just don't like to talk about Mental Illness, they may have a family member with Mental Illness and it may bring up bad memories. Its just one of those things that you can't assume everyone is okay talking about.

Check with your local hospital or Pdoc's office and see if there are Peer Support Groups in your area, talking with people who understand what you're going through might be a better choice.

Take care,

In my opinion it's out of ignorance. They don't have an understanding of it so they react poorly

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All of the above

I think its mainly out of ignorance. Most genuine friends will listen. If you are lucky to have one of those

Not everyone can be a good listener. I found out I am very bad at listening. At least when I was in denial. I didn't realize that it takes a lot to be there for someone in need. I thought I was always there for everyone but myself but in the end I was not there at all I had completely lost myself. Depression is hard to understand, such as it is hard to explain what we all experience. If someone doesn't have depression they cannot really understand or listen to what is being told. I think your in the right place.

They do not know what to say. It makes them uncomfortable. It is not their job and they are not qualified. There are medical professionals for that.

It's like telling your gardener you have a plumbing problem.

I hear you, I’ve gone through similar things with friends and it sucks. I’m here if you ever need someone to talk to.

You’re worth listening too, and while others may not be comfortable listening or responding, not brave enough to listen/respond, or perhaps are too ignorant, you’ve come to the right place. Type away, we’ll listen. We’ll respond, we’ll understand

i hope you get through the depression. and people need to be educated about mental illness.
i going through depression myself too so i can relate to your problems.

I think it's because they may not know how they should or could help with what you're going through. At times, what we need is an unconditional ear to hear us out and be present with us. I admire you for your bravery to take the step and talk about it. We're here if you need a shoulder. Cheers and take cares

Yeah that's true @Sadwriter24. I have people who are like I'm always here for you but when I tell them I'm depressed or something they change the subject

Thank you so much everyone for your thoughts! I have met with a counselor today to get evaluated and now I’ve been set up with a therapist. It’s hard bc I don’t want to burden my friends bc I know they have busy lives.