text: i think i have depression..how can i get help without my parents knowing? ive been depressed for about 2 years and its getting worse. i dont enjoy anything anymore and i feel hopeless and cry alot. i have thought about suicide and have cut myself before (not to kill myslef). i would like to get help with this but i dont want to tell my parents to know. i was wondering if anyone has any ideas for me. also if there are any ways i can help myself without seeing a doctor thru herbs or anything like that please tell your parents!!  if they care enough, which i would hope so, they will want to do whatever they can to help!!  talk to your doctor, too.  part of not wanting to talk about it is a small sign of depression, but it sounds like you are on the right path.  you have seen something isn't right, and chances are, your parents have seen it, too.  if you are in a situation where you don't feel you can talk to your parents, please find a trusted adult to help you get the help you need!!  good luck!!