My parents know I go to therapy, hard to keep that from them since I am still on their insurance and such. I don't tell them why I am in therapy and they don't ask, they also know I have tried a few medications, my mom and dad are both take medication for depression and anxiety.

However they won't accept the fact I was diagnoised with bipolar II disorder and they sort of mock that I have PTSD. They won't accept any diagnosis other than depression or anxiety, I guess partially that is my fault because I keep my symptoms hidden from them.

I think it is a need to know basis with family, family is tricky and sometimes they have a hard time accepting things. I don't think one should feel shame over this, or feel they have to hide it, to me seeing a therapist, a pdoc, or taking a medication to me is the same as if I was taking care of a physically onset illness, my mental health is a part of my life, and I have to treat it like any other part of my life with care and delicacy.

I am glad your dad and step mom were supportive and helped you out.

Best wishes
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