[finebutnotokay]

Hi everyone, just wondering when is best to tell people that you have a mental illness, in particular depression? i understand that its a subject that some people may find uncomfortable and it's not the easiest thing to explain in words unless you've gone through it yourself but when it best to tell your friends as well as someone you've met? i met someone recently and i really like them but i don't want to keep it a secret nor do i want to scare them away kind of thing? if you could tell me your experiences and any advice would be greatly appreciated thanks

[bluekoi]

finebutnotokay, I do not share this information unless I feel it is necessary. Never when I am first getting to know people (accept here of course ). I would wait until the friendship develops to a deeper level. I've known people for many years and not brought the subject up. Then on the other hand, there have been people who are comforted that I shared this with them early on in our friendship. It really depends on the person.