Talking to Others About Your Depression

Letting other people know that you are depressed can be a hard
thing for many to do. It is only our natural tendency to keep
things bottled up inside for safety. But talking with other
trusted loved ones can greatly reduce the great weight placed on
us from depression symptoms. As obvious as your depression may
be to you, it may not be so easily seen by others. 

The person you start discussing your situation with might
immediately become alarmed and think that you are suicidal.
While suicide thinking is certainly elevated in those that
experience depression this is not always the case. It is more
than likely that you are not suicidal so explain that to them.
Explain to the symptoms of depression and what makes you
experience them, and that they don't just go away overnight or
by themselves.

Let the person know that there are options out there available
to you to help you with your depression, but its not a fast and
simple recovery. More than likely you will get the emotional
support you need from the person, and hopefully you will be
feeling a little bit better after doing so.