[Asherton]

it of course probably doesnt help that im just entering college so im really young, but when going into a relationship how and when is the best time and way to tell someone that i have two mental disorders? haveing and dealing with Severe Depression and Severe Anxiety disorders are problem enough as it is, but its hard finding the best way to tell a guy that so that he wont just turn tail and run. should i just be honest and upfront? should i let him get to know me a bit and then say 'hey by the way....'? it sucks being a teenage girl with disabilities like mine.

[doggiedo]

I think if he's the right guy and you feel like its the right time to tell him, you 'll know. Maybe you don't go into too much detail in the beginning but tell him you have some challenges that you work on with anxiety and depression and leave it at that. In my experience usually, if they are interested in you, they'll ask more questions and it will lead to an honest, open conversation. If he's truly a great guy, he'll stick around. There are some great guys out there. Good luck and don't be embarssed by your situation- you have challenges and everyone does! No big deal sista!

[Leed]

If it's early in the relationship, I don't think I'd bother to say anything. I'd wait until you have more time invested in it when you're sure the guy is really interested in you and wants to stick around. After you've been together for a good while, then I'd bring it up and say that you're dealing with a couple of things that challenge you, i.e. depression and anxiety and see what he says. If he wants more information, then you can talk about it. But talking about it early in a relationship might make a guy turn tail and run, before he even gets to know you and that's not fair. He should take time to KNOW you before he finds out anything.

Best of luck and I hope things work out. God bless & take care. Hugs, Lee