Aww, honey... I'm sorry you feel that way. If I were there I'd give you a big ol' bear hug and tell you things will be fine. Then I'd make us banana waffles and challenge you to a game of Operation, which you would win because I'm terrible at Operation, and hopefully between the waffles and the Operation, you would feel better.
Question: why do you have to convince your parents? Can't you just go? Is it that you need them to pay for it, since you have no job? If money is the issue, there are ways to get therapy at a reduced cost, as mentioned in this answer by me and some of the commenters.
If there are other reasons why you need to convince them--and I'm not prying; that's your business--then you can start with the fact that depression runs in families, possibly even genetically. So, if anything, your sister's battle with the illness should support your argument for treatment, not nullify it. Has she gotten treatment over the years? If so, I don't see how your parents could deny it to you. Have you asked them? What do they say?
If you think you are depressed, then I agree that you need to see a doctor who can properly diagnose you and get you some treatment if needed. I don't get why your parents would not let you get the help you need. Give me more info and we can discuss this further. Leave a comment or, if you prefer to be private, say so in your comment. I will see your e-mail and contact you.
In the meantime, be encouraged: depression is a disease, and like other diseases, there is treatment that works. Your future might seem hopeless, but it is absolutely not. You can beat this. Keep your chin up. Things will get better.
Thanks for the question.
MY PARENTS HAD A VERY HARD TIME WITH MY DEPRESSSION TOO WHICH I AM STILL BATTLING, THEY FINALLY ARE SUPPORTIVE SO GIVE THEN S CHANCE.THEY LOVE YOU.
MY PARENTS HAD A VERY HARD TIME WITH MY DEPRESSSION TOO WHICH I AM STILL BATTLING, THEY FINALLY ARE SUPPORTIVE SO GIVE THEN S CHANCE.THEY LOVE YOU.
LOL. You're funny. Glad I asked *you*.
It's not that money is an issue. My parents very much do not get along, and my dad is very controlling. Furthermore, if I admitted to my Mom that I wanted to go see someone, it would be a big to-do and dragging of feet to get my dad to do anything because he's an alcoholic.
My sister has seen someone in the past, but currently she is not.
Like everyone said, unless you're under 18 your parents can't stop you from going to therapy. If you're under 18 and in high school I would suggest talking to a school counselor. They're there for more reasons than deciding which college you're interested in.
Now, if you mean some sort of family counseling, that's something different. I would suggest to your sister that her social worker/psychiatrist/what-have-you ask your parents in for a family session. Sure, your dad might not come, and your mom might freak out, but the problem and communication issues aren't going to solve themselves. If they don't go the first time, keep asking. Make sure they realize that this is something that's worrying you. Nobody gets help without asking for it first.
I've been to a doctor for my depression and anxiety. They proscribed an anti depressant , and for a while it kept me pretty even. The only trouble was I became used to it, it stopped working. I stopped taking the medication on my own , but truth be told there are some days I wouldn't give to be zombiefied.
My point is, that you certainly aren't alone in the way you feel. I spent a whole year of my life, unable to get out of bed because of how depressed I was. And the only way things have gotten better was because I made my mind up that it just HAS to. I went out, got a job , I try to socialize here and there, I go to the gym . I try every day. What you have to do is go to the doctor, explain the situation and see what can be done.
Good luck!
Google a free support hotline or try to find free therapy someplace. You don't need to convince anyone that you need help. Just take charge of your life and get it. Or better yet, find a therapist and let them bill your parents! Just go.
Congrats for taking the first step. I wish you the best of health.
I couldn't agree more. Just go, you don't need permission.
You and your sister might consider going to an Al-Anon meeting as well. I wouldn't be at all surprised if your dad's drinking has a lot to do with your depression.
I kinda told my step mom last night that I was depressed, but I don't know if she believed me. I want to bring it up again, but I'm scared. I really just don't know what to do. Can someone help me?