All the people I've told about my depression so far have been really supportive, but a lot of them assume that when I'm sobbing or SIing, it's because something happened. My mom came in on me once as I was crying and immediately asked, "What happened?" I couldn't find words to explain that nothing had happened, I was just a terrible person and hated myself so much. Other friends do this, too.
I think generally, when people think depression, they don't think about neurotransmitters as much as breaking up with a boyfriend or losing a loved one. These things are terrible, but is it possible to explain to them that my specific depression isn't CAUSED by anything, it just cycles in and out? Has anyone else experienced similar difficulties with people?
Thanks,
-Sam