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Who can I talk to about this?

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  1. Alex
    Member

    I'm 16. I think I may have some problems, like depression. I think I've been depressed for a long time.

    Who can I talk to? Not my parents, my parents are not the understanding type. I don't think I can talk to a school counselor, either. I've tried, but the way they act doesn't make me particularly "connect" to them.

    Maybe this is cynical, but I'm pretty sure you're all just gonna go ahead and tell me to talk to my parents anyway, and I'm telling you, I won't. Think I'm childish all you want, but it's something else.

    Is there anyway I could go to a doctor, or something? Or do I have to wait til I'm 18?
    I am female, I have no family doctor.

    My parents do not have close friends, I don't have anyone's mom or anything I could talk to.

    The closest doctor is probably miles off, but I could walk.

    Posted 2 years ago #

  2. Allie
    Member

    i have depression (: you could talk to me if youd like elkinsally@yahoo.com

    Posted 2 years ago #

  3. gun collector
    Member

    well im pretty sure that you can go to a doctor anytime you want if you have the money, or the people who have to do it for college may do it for free if you can find some

    Posted 2 years ago #

  4. hack4crack
    Member

    you can go to the doctors on your own if your 16

    Posted 2 years ago #

  5. Taylor Mae born Mothers Day! :)
    Member

    You may want to talk to your doctor...If you go to your doctor and tell him/or her you might have depression and you would like to talk to someone not family related they usually can direct you and they don't have to tell your parents but on another note How would you get there and how would you pay for it? Unless you have a job and can pay for it for yourself or your parents are in the military then it would be free....But I have been having really bad anxiety and even talking to my doctor helped for the 10 min I got to see her....also make sure they don't push drugs on you tell them you want to talk it out first...then if that doesn;t work then talk to your doctor again.
    I hope I helped! I am sorry you are going through this, things will get better :)
    Take care!

    Posted 2 years ago #

  6. pbp5258
    Member

    do have have a friends Mom that you can talk too? I think you can go see yor MD and ask him/her
    Alot of my teenagers friends talk to me. You are not alone. Many walk in your shoes.

    Posted 2 years ago #

  7. Richard
    Member

    It looks as if you've found a connection already,and if she's as pretty as her picture.You'll be in great shape soon.

    Posted 2 years ago #

  8. MarissaK
    Member

    You can go to a doctor anytime, or a counselor (but that is ruled out)
    I know I have some problems, so i' not going to be a hypocrite and tell you to tell your parents.
    If you just want someone to talk to, I'm here @ kagomemnk@yahoo.com

    Posted 2 years ago #

  9. Lila
    Member

    The site nami.org is the site for the National Alliance for the Mentally ILL. On their site you can find the phone number for your local chapter. They are there for support, information and if there is any way that you can get the help you need they can help you. Please give them a try and the same number is available 24 hours a day for crisis help. Take care of yourself and I am sorry about your parents not understanding>

    Posted 2 years ago #

  10. Colors
    Member

    you can talk to me if you want...sometimes talking to a stranger helps since there is less chance of being judged and all that fun stuff...but ik how you feel...like the depression...trust me i have scars to show...if you want to talk email me on here

    Posted 2 years ago #

  11. bjoybeads
    Member

    Your parents can only do so much - you are old enough to take responsibility for getting the help you need.
    See the counselor at school and get a referral to a therapist. Tell your parents that you need outside help.

    Sounds like you need more help & some group therapy would be good.
    If there is alcohol in the family you can go to Al-anon/Alateen and find out about the effects of alcoholism. You can also go to Al-anon/Alateen online.

    A crisis hotline is a good resource because you can call them & talk night or day. They are trained & can refer you to other helpful resources.

    Try to find some activities that are pleasing to you. I love bicycling...just saying.

    Posted 2 years ago #

  12. Kat
    Member

    first think of the adult you're closest to..

    now think if you would be comfortable in telling them this. if not move to the next adult you're closest to.

    keep on doing this until you've found someone you can talk to easily. if there is nobody then you're just gonna have to talk to a doctor. if you cant get to one without talking to your parents or another adult, you're just going to have to tell them. just do not ignore your depression.

    hope it helps. (:

    Posted 2 years ago #

  13. Yuu
    Member

    usually depression comes from the mind, there is a site that I used before, they talks about problems in life, hope it helps for u, for your reference

    Posted 2 years ago #

  14. TheOne
    Member

    definitely talk to u r parents about this cause i felt the same way and than eventually i came nad talked to my parents and it really helped they helped me to goo see a psychiatrist and everything just bring it up theirs no point livin like this for ever

    answer mine please depression question
    http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Avvx35GYyALkcmn5MDjao8Xsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20100217174328AAGfMNS

    Posted 2 years ago #

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