Hello 15anddepressed

thank you for sharing your truth with us here. We BELIEVE you and we know your struggle is real. We know you cannot just force yourself through anhedonia and prolonged sadness.

My question for you would be: do you feel a need to confide in your father? Ideally, you would of course be able to open up to your father and receive empathy and support. But in reality you seem to have astutely identified your father's personal bias or low emotional intelligence. He simply does not understand and does not appear open (not at the moment anyway) to learn more. So, what if you don't tell him and find someone more appropriate to confide in?

I did not read your other post, sorry. Have you spoken with a doctor? I don't think you need to bring your father along.

I live with depression. One of the best tips I can give you is try not to suffer alone in silence. When I don't talk to someone about how I'm feeling, the negative thoughts and feelings seem to gain weight and bother me even more.

Also, the earlier you receive support the easier it is to get back on track. You sound very intelligent and self-aware. I think you'd benefit from therapy. Ever thought about it? They can teach you strategies and provide support. Plenty of therapists offer therapy online now via Skype or over the phone.

And always remember that the crisis lines are available if you ever feel overwhelmed or just really need another person to listen without judgment.

I wish you peace, hope, and a bright future. You DESERVE to be happy and well