[Msboot]

So my therapist is encouraging me to tell my dad that I have clinical depression. I'm wondering how weird it is that I, a 45 year old adult woman, am horrified by the prospect of opening up and sharing with my dad. I have a great dad but I am so afraid of telling him and most others about this. Am I crazy? Does anyone else get this?

[waterknob1234]

I understand. It also depends on what kind of parents you have. I could have told my mom about my depression but I don't think I could have ever told my dad, but that is me. My dad was the staunch, tough, military type. He was fun and lovable, but tough. But of course each person is different, that is something you will have to decide how to handle. Best of wishes in whatever you decide.

[ShiningOne]

It certainly depends on what kind of person you view your father as and the kind of relationship you have with him. Some people just aren't very good at talking about emotions while others are very empathetic.

My pops never really talked about feelings and I was really scared of telling him that I had depression and adhd, but eventually I told him and he was very supportive.

[Altered Moment]

My dad has always been old school, macho, pull your self up by your boot straps type. Doesn't talk about his feelings. Covers them up with his outgoing jokster personality.

I have been absolutely amazed at how understanding and supportive he has been. He gets very protective of me when others don't understand. My parents always knew but I was 2500 miles away and they never saw it. A couple of years ago I was in it very deep and had to reach out to my family. I told them I was seriously suicidal. That got my dad's attention and since then he has become very educated on these issues.

If he's a great dad give him a chance.

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