How do you tell your parents you are struggling mentally without worrying them?

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I have been dealing with depression and anxiety for months but I have not told my parents because I know they will panic and I don't want to be a burden. But I am also struggling to cope alone. How do I tell them without causing them too much worry?

alex_mind · Accepted Answer

Tell them what you need from them before they can react. 'I want to tell you something difficult and I need you to just listen first and not panic.' Giving them a role helps them manage their own anxiety.

riley_hall · Answer

You cannot control their worry and trying to manage their emotions while managing your own is exhausting. Let them worry. That's part of loving someone. Your job is to get help, not to protect them from the truth.

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