How to find out if I need antidepressents at 13 years old?

I know how you feel. I use to take some pills for depression (im 15). and well they kinda work. and I also went to therapy. but just try to enjoy life look at the good sides of it not the negatives. and remember things happen for a reason. wish you the best :]

well… my opionin is that if you get more depressed like almost killing urself. thats when you take em. but you may be just joying through stress which sometimes causes mood swings

Talk to a psychiatrist? A lot of antidepressants are not for use with under 18 year olds. They’re not magic happy pills (or everyone would be taking them). They need to be used in combination with therapy. Ask to talk to a therapist.

You should try talking to friend. Or a doctor. Get second opinions. Or you could write in a journal? Sometimes, all you need is to tell someone. Or you could tell your mom over the phone, and tell her that you don’t want her to feel guilty. Tell her that you just had to let her know. :) Hope this helped. :)

I know how you feel you feel as if the world was under u .. I believe that the boyfriend you crying for now is a waste of time long distance isnt going to work out and trust me I bet a lot of guys are asking you out right now and you dont knoe how to decide just think as you moving on …And aboUT your mom I think is time to give her a lil space you new like a friend to tell your problem becuase parents are always oing to protect you and you got to learn from your mistake

I don’t think antidepressants is the best for someone as young as you. Trust me, I have problems too. And not to sound like the steryotypical advisor but take your focus off the bad things and focus only on good things. You have a boyfriend? Make your relationship the best it’s ever been. Get closer to your dad. Believe me, it’s hard, but try. Relate to people, like your younger siblings. It’ll help you and them. I’m sure they’re hurting to since your mom left. I’ve went through that before, too. And it’s not easy. But you can do it. Trust me. Just don’t absorb your life in negativity. It’s not good for you. Find a positive outlet for your frustration and anger. Like music. That’s mine. Or writing. Sports. I record music and play sports. It keeps my head on straight, you know? I honestly don’t think you need to go to a doctor or a shrink. You’re fine =]]