Advice plz?

Question

So I’m 13 and in therapy and I’ve been suicidal and my family found out but idk what to do I don’t want to b in therapy but ik I need it but it’s just so awkward. I don’t like talking to people abt how I feel. I just want like something to take or anything to make me feel better and even tho I have started therapy I don’t feel better or any different and I’m still suicidal. What do I do?

Answer

As someone with Bipolar Disorder (since I was 12 but misdiagnosed until 20), often it’s a combination of medication and therapy that make up a successful treatment plan. Consult your doctor and treatment team and let them know your concerns. Sometimes therapy feels like garbage for a long time before you start feeling better. Just kind of how it works when you’re having to dig into dark places. 
I was suicidal and made an attempt in 2013. I was failing and dropped out of school, I couldn’t work, I couldn’t get out of bed some days. I was so manic that I would walk barefoot for hours in the middle of the night until my feet bled. I drove my car into my parents’ garage because I was so angry that someone parked behind me. 
My point is that I’m now 27, engaged, employed, and relatively happy. I’m still medicated, I still see my therapist twice a month, and my psychiatrist once every six months. I still have to have medication maintenance if I feel wrong. Your healthcare professionals will help you find a successful treatment plan. Have hope. Don’t feel ashamed. Feel proud that you are being honest and open about things because I promise, your parents and family would much rather know these things that you feel are shameful NOW so that they can help you pursue treatment, rather than let you suffer alone or lose your life. 
You will be okay. Treatment is hard. It’s a trial-and-error process. Have as much patience as you can in the meantime, and never be afraid to speak up if you think something isn’t helping you. It will get better. I never thought I’d feel functioning, normal, and like I wanted to stay alive. But it’s out there on the horizon for you just like it was for me. Hang in there. 💕

Answer

Ask your parents to take you to a medical doctor. There are medications that can help your depression.

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