I recently talked to my mom about me possibly having depression because I have multiple symptoms of being depressed. When I told my mom she said we would go to the doctor when I got my insurance, but a few days later she forgot even with me bringing up one of the symptoms. How can I tell her again, it's not an easy conversation
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parents can be difficult as well as its difficult to be a parent. lots of times a parent will feel responsible for their child even when its no fault of their own. they will think that they did something wrong and fear that society will look down on them. Because of this, it can be hard for a child to be taken seriously or seen as important. even though this may sound bad, dont think its because they dont care or dont love u kuz they do. we are all blinded by what we fear and cant control. sometimes is better to talk to an outside party, a professional, a teacher or couselor, a pastor, ur local clinic. maybe a friend or relative could be helpful. there are many support groups online u can join. ive joined a few for my depression, anxiety and agoriphobia and they can be helpful and understanding. as far as ur mom goes, well thats can be touchy. u dont want to dis-include her kuz u dont want to hurt her yet u cant just ignore whats going on with u either. try sitting ur mom down and telling her how much u love her and how much u need her now more than ever. let her know that u are having a hard time dealing and coping with ur emotions. let her know that u are scared and confussed and getting help is the only way to find out if u need help. let her know u dont expect her know what ur going through or even understand it, u just need her to stand by u and be supportive. try not to label, point blame or shame towards ur mom kuz this will only cuase her to retreat even more. also try not to diagnose urself and ur symptoms. its real easy to take a general diagnoses of something and turn it in to something else. most importantly, if u ever feel like u could do something to harm urself or someone else- SEEK help. take care of urself, ur not alone. from a friend!