Well, the first thing to do is tell them all exactly how you feel all at once. Maybe at dinner, and then explain to your mom that you love her but being subjected to this is just too much. That is the ****** thing about mental illness in a non-supportive situation is that you somehow have to muster enough strength to "tell your truth." It is a truth to power situation. Lay it on the table and claim what power you have to take care of your mental health. It may seem so huge that it is impossible to do, so perhaps write it out in a letter and read the letter to your family. That way, there can be no blame on you for not caring, having a bad character, not loving your mother etc. It's ****** that mental illness forces us in these situations sometimes. It's a big step and it is not like this is the "only right way" to do this. But the important thing is claiming your power to take care of your mental state.


Feeling powerless when you suffer from depression can be a dangerous thing because then you then may suddenly feel hopeless and that is not true.