Hi katielee102,

My heart goes out to you. I know how hard it is. My mother suffers from depression too and has for a long time... It might be helpful to speak with her about it? Tell her you're concerned and that you would like to see her happy? You might even print out some symptoms of depression and show her where you are concerned. (From my own experience when talking with my parents it's helpful to have something official looking, with the name of a university or hospital on it). But aside from letting her know you care and that you are concerned, I'm afraid there isn't much you can do. I am around the same age that you are and I can tell you I have been consciously and subconsciously trying to "fix it" for both of my parents my entire life. (They both suffer from depression and addiction). But... The very best thing you can do is take care of yourself, for we are only responsible for ourselves. I have found a lot of help in this area from attending some CoDA meetings (a 12 step program). Not sure if it might be something you may find helpful. Sending many supportive thoughts your way.

Elana