...So what do I do now?

Question

I told my mom three weeks ago I think I might be suffering from depression. She told me that once I got back from a trip with my uncle we'd see if I felt any better. So I told her I didn't feel any better about it when I got home and she just sort of muttered, "Hm." So I waited a little bit it say if she'd say anything more and she didn't.

So what am I supposed to do? My mom won't take any notice and I'm only 14, I can't go to the docotr myself...

Help please? Thanks guys.

Answer 1

i know exactly how you feel, and I'm so sorry that you have to suffer from it to... every time i go to my mom about it she just laughs at me saying I'm too young, but i know I'm not... don't be shy, IM me, i know exactly what you are going through...

Answer 2

Hello!  You are so young! Don't think too much about bad things and try to smile more ofter....  Maybe you don't need a doctor! I remember when I was 14 y.o. I also had a difficult time, but my friends helped me with it! We tried to do different  things, the more important to do some unusual things! It can be anything what you want, for example, we gathered together and sang songs, it was like a concert with different funny costums. Also we went to fishing, we went to the river and spent there all day long, it was so cool to spent all day on the nature, I didn't get any fish but spent wonderful time together.... also with your friends you can cook together, or go to the football, or go to the dance, or have a little close-party..... The main you should change your activities! I wish you to win your depression !))  

Answer 3

If your mom doesn't listen go see a school councilor. If you feel depressed, keep telling your mom how you feel and soon enough she might understand. Depression is not easy, I know that, but still try to stay positive even if its hard.

Hope this helps and stay strong!

Answer 4

I am sorry that you are feeling so down.  Depression is awful.

Keep telling your mom how you feel.  Be relentless.  

If she doesn't change her mind set, then go to your school counselor.  Let him/her know how you are feeling.  The counselor will then call your mom.  

Your mom will take your feelings more seriously when she hears it coming from someone from school.  She will most likely then take you to a doctor.

The doc will decide what course of action is needed to help you feel better.  

Don't give up.  Keep talking to your mom and then to a counselor, school nurse, or teacher if your mom is still not hearing you.  Good luck.  I hope this helped.  

Answer 5

i think u should talk to your mom again-tell her what u feel and that your serious,if u find it hard to talk about then write it all down .is there no way you can see a doctor without your parents? i live in the uk so im not familiar with your health services?

Answer 6

tell the school nurse and/or guidance counselor.  if you are home-schooled and are active in any faith, discuss it with your religious leader.  

there is a difference between being a little down and being clinically depressed.  what symptoms are you having that make you think it's clinical depression?

Answer 7

Perhaps you need to be more clear to your mother that you want to see a doctor. You might try telling her more explicitly, "I am very depressed and I want to see a doctor (or therapist)." If that doesn't work (she might resist the idea), how about a counselor at school, or a pastor/preacher, an uncle or aunt, grandparent, older sibling or cousin, even the parent of a friend? Thinking positive is very important, and letting go of what you can't change. It's ok to be ok, even if people you care about are not. I throw that one in, because that is what I finally understood. My mother is narcissistic. She can't see or hear who I really am. Talking to her is like talking to a blank wall. Of course, I'm an adult, so I don't have to be at her mercy any longer. I can walk away and never look back. But it took me 25 years and half a dozen therapist to understand this and to feel good. (I also meditate.) I hope this helps.  

Answer 8

I would first go to your mother again and really make sure you have her complete attention. If that does not work, go to your school councilor. I know  your school councilor will help you to get help. You know how you are feeling and if you keep hitting road blocks keep pushing on until you find someone that will help you. Dont feel bad about it either. You just may be saving  your own life. Teen depression is NOT uncommon. PEOPLE NEED TO LISTEN TO YOU! I say GOOD FOR YOU for reaching out. It takes a lot of courage to do so. Good Luck hon and keep on searching for help.