[header] How to tell your family about your depression [title] Consider seeking treatment before speaking with your family. [step] Treating your depression is your priority, and you don't necessarily need to wait to tell your family before you seek treatment. In fact, a counselor or therapist might be able to help you strategize the best way to speak to your family about your depression.
[header] How to tell your family about your depression [title] Consider seeking treatment before speaking with your family. [step] Treating your depression is your priority, and you don't necessarily need to wait to tell your family before you seek treatment. In fact, a counselor or therapist might be able to help you strategize the best way to speak to your family about your depression.
[title] Practice deep breathing to help slow your heart rate. [step] Breathing exercises have been shown to calm down some nervous systems. If you are in school, visit you school counselor and tell him what is going on. If you are an adult, visit your doctor or make an appointment with a therapist and/or psychiatrist. [title] Don't feel that you should be ashamed about your depression. [step] Not everyone will let their families know about your depression, and those you don't will not be happy with you or your treatment choices. It could even be helpful to make up a list of symptoms that you'd like your family to be able to accurately diagnose. This can create a perfect foundation for them in case something happens.