I think I have depression and I want to tell my parents but my brother recently got diagnosed so I feel like they would think that I'm just trying to get attention. What do I do?

It must be hard for you to feel they might think you're just trying to get attention, but you need to be heard. You need to know your problems and mental health matters as much as your brother's. Please tell them, ask for help. Let them know what has been going through your mind lately and how you feel letting them know about it. If you try to deal with this by yourself it won't be for good. If you ever need someone to talk to, reach us out or talk to a good friend of yours, a neighbor or a teacher. Mental Health Matters as much as physical health:)

I can understand that fear, but the best thing you can do is to seek help. You should not try to deal with it on your own. depression is not something that should be taken lightly. I am speaking from experience, nothing can be worse than trying to deal with it by your self. Think of it this way, would you rather not tell them and let it get worse. Or would you rather tell them at the risk of them not believing you, and have the chance that they do believe you. I hope you are able to get the help you need.

First I want to say that it is good that you are thinking, recognizing, and exploring how you feel. It can be overwhelmingly to share with your parents that you feel depressed. Depression runs in families, so it is possible you have depression or are feeling depressed about some of the things happening in your and/or your family's life. Your feelings are valid. When you are ready, talk to your family about how you are feeling. You could also talk to a school counselor, doctor, or other trusted adult about how to discuss this with your parents.