I think I have depression or social anxiety disorder but no one believes me?
You said yourself, that you "did not go into detail" when you spoke to your doctor. You left out all the symptoms of the disorders you think you may have. When all you said was that you feel "empty", it made it sound like you simply have a lack of energy, hence the doctor's recommendations. You can't expect the doctor to help you properly if you don't give him all the information he needs hon. He's not a mind reader. Go back and give him the full story, including your idea of what's wrong with you, besides listing ALL of the symptoms. As far as your mother is concerned, I have no idea what her problem is. Perhaps, she either thinks this really is just some "teenaged" thing that you'll outgrow, or maybe she's afraid of what you've told her, and she's in denial or doesn't know how to react. You can try sitting down with her and talking to her again. In that case, I'd start by telling her that you want her help and support. If she still doesn't support you, I'm sorry. I hope she does. Anxiety and depression are horrible things to suffer from...and suffering you do. It's horrible and no one deserves it. Please don't stop seeking diagnosis and treatment. You are too important. I wish you well. :-)
My mom wont let me take medicine for my anxiety or depression?
Withholding necessary medication is considered child abuse and neglect. Get to a dr. any way you can. Tell them you are 16 if necessary. If youre a teen, remember that the teen years are the absolute worst time of life. I am surprised any of us survive it. You are struggling with so much stress, pressures, changes... Your body and mind are trying to cope but ... its hard, dealing with unpredictable hormones and roller coaster emotions. The brain is a very complicated and delicate thing. It can get messed up and be unable to produce sufficient serotonin. This is called a chemical imbalance which is easily treated, very common and nothing to be ashamed of. It can cause depression, anxiety, panic, obsession, self harm/self hatred, suicidal thoughts, eating disorders, sleeping problems, aggression/rage, anger, phobias, fears, helplessness, hopelessness, hypochondria, ADHD, paranoia, OCD, headaches, lack of interest in things, lack of motivation/ focus and much more. According to those who have gone to therapists, counseling and therapy dont help much. They are not even allowed to prescribe appropriate meds to help you get better. Tell a dr. about your symptoms and ask him for anti-depressants. Zoloft/Sertraline is a good one; most people thrive on it and it has no side effects. It enables the brain to function properly. With the right antidepressants, you will be much better, happier, calmer, confident, relaxed and normal. What a difference it makes!! You need them, so stay ON them. Then, find a big happy church, attend some groups there and have fun. Talk with the pastor/minister or the youth pastor/leader. They have more wisdom than you and I. And where else can you get FREE counseling? Troubled people need peace; a good pastor can show you how to have perfect peace. God loves you more than you can possibly imagine :)
Should I tell my mom I'm depressed?
I was also in the same boat as you, but I expressed about it just when I was starting to recover from it. The reason I let her know about it, because she played a bit of the audience role in it, and I wanted her to know what her child was facing. Ofcourse, being me, I couldn't tell her face to face, instead I wrote a huge message which might have taken an hour for me. I could say that it was all sunshine and happily ever after she read my message, and you would believe me. But that wasn't the case. Instead it led to more confusions, fears and restrictions from both sides in conveying their true feelings. The only thing I felt satisfied, is I let her know my feelings and the things I was facing in the past. Just the assurance that my mom knows what's my feelings and depression made me feel lighter. As they say that parents is the one you can lean on, and the ones who knows you inside and outside. So I needed to spill it out to her, it was tiring, bottling all the time. I have always felt that my mom would understand where I am coming from, and at least put her feet into my shoes. She was the one who practically was the cooler parent, she would tell me to be bindass and be safe in the same time. She always used to understand me, we were like best friends. So I had that belief that she would know what I meant to express and would calm me down. Instead she ended up feeling hurt, and feels that her daughter doesn't appreciate her mothers feelings for her. She feels that I have felt that mom puts me down, which wasn't the case at all, it wasn't in the picture in the first place. Even if I tell her many times, she still don't get me. We have chosen to let it go, but I am sure neither of us will ever forget about it. So conclusion is, tell her only if you want to lighten your heart and keep your mind at peace, but expect the consequences it will follow later. On no occasion, expect them to get you, they might be in denial, or might take another meaning or something else. Just be sure if you can deal with all these, then go for it. Maybe your mom would be better in handling the situation than my mom did. I wish you all the best, and again I would like to say you to think twice. :)
I Think I'm Depressed and I'm Scared to Tell anyone?
I'm 13 years old. and I'm depressed for sure. All I can say is that nobody ever deserves this, no one deserves to have to go through this. You deserve to be the same happy girl you used to be. In order for that to happen, you need to reach out for help. Which is probably the hardest thing ever. Honestly, everything you explained up there, explain exactly that to your mom. As a mother, absolutely all she wants is for you to be happy. She wants to help, I know she does, she probably just doesn't understand how serious this is. If she knew everything you've been going through, she'd be able to make an appointment at the doctors, so that they can prescribe you with antidepressants. That way these chemicals, or however it works, will go away. Im stuck in the same position. The last thing I can say is, know your not alone. There's millions others in the same position as you, going through what you are. Demi Lovato. (if u don't know her, she went through the same thing at this age). She reached out for help, and look at her now, stronger than ever before. Use her as a motivation. If you slowly work it into conversation with your mom, you'll be able to talk to her. Maybe write her a message over paper, and have her read it to avoid the uncomfortableness in person. Only good can come from that. After you've opened up, you'll be more comfortable to talk to her in the future. I believe with all my heart, that you can get through this. Work up that confidence, and courage to have that conversation with your mother. Good Luck! <3