Avatar Posted by danceinrain247 49 days ago (Question)
Im 16 years old, [turning 17 in Jan], a junior in highschool. Ive been depressed since the latter of 8th grade, when i was 14.

Ive confronted my mom about getting a psychologist before [in the past few months]...but she will only send me to a family member who deals with children psychology. This would be alright if the only thing wrong with me were ADD. But there are so many things affecting me, and one of the biggest causes of my mental instability is my family. I dont want to confide in someone who will tell my family all of my problems, i'd just tell them myself if i could, but i dont because they wouldn't and don't understand. I don't think depression is even a proper term for me anymore, my depression has turned into something bigger and worse. I need help, im taking out my anger on someone im in love with, because im completely numb to them. My family wont allow me to love this person nor be with them, so im caught in a feud between my love and my family. Not only that, but i have pressure from school, and i just cant seem to handle it anymore. My best friend i havent been able to hang out with for months and we're practically sisters, it robs me of someone to help me deal with life. I feel like im being suffocated, and i dont know how to keep breathing, im losing hope and faith that im going to get better.

i need help confronting my mom about finding a psychologist. Any other help would be great too.


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Written by Chemar 49 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

Hi

have you tried explaining to your mom that you dont feel comfortable discussing what you are going through with a family member?

if she still wont agree to your seeing another therapist, you may want to speak to your school counselor and let them know what you need without going into details. perhaps they can then help your mom to see the urgency of supporting you in your need for professional help that doesnt involve a family member. Schools also often have their own psychologists.

hoping you are able toget the help you need

Written by danceinrain247 49 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

hey thanks for the help...but i only really go to my school counselor for academic purposes..it would almost be awkward to talk to her about anything personal. Thanks for the advice, i hope it will work. [=

Written by Clyde 45 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

Your relative cannot legally, morally and ethically share what you say, but I do understand your worries.

You could just tell your school counselor that you just need to see a psychologist. Of course, it is always awkward at first.

Life is awkward.

Best,

Clyde


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