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<blockquote data-quote="buddy" data-source="post: 509626" data-attributes="member: 12886"><p>Glad you found this board, many of us have had family members who are very depressed. Lots of parents here who can feel where you are coming from. Reassure her that it is not like the movies....while they will be careful evaluating her she will have people to talk to and quickly be put in a place where she can get a lot of help in therapy groups and with medication if needed. I have driven two of my sisters to the hospital when younger and spent time in an inpatient treatment program for eating disorders and depression when I was in my early twenties. (ok a million years ago but still...) It is reassuring once in and connecting with people who you feel can help you. Maybe you can do some research into what is around in your area, this time of life is so full of transition and increasing independence, it can be overwhelming and to find a place that specializes in teens would be great. I agree, now is not the time to leave her alone. Make a contract with her etc. Also, not saying this to cause panic, just because it is so serious....If she suddenly seems OK, be aware that can be a sign that a decision has been made and a few years ago we lost a child I took care of for many years. He was 19. That is what happened...he suddenly seemed so OK... he did give some things away though, another clue. I know it is scary, but it is better to know and face it with her head on. Has she always had issues? Is this a new thing for her? Hope to hear from you again,</p><p></p><p>HUGS and supportive wishes.... to you and difficult child.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="buddy, post: 509626, member: 12886"] Glad you found this board, many of us have had family members who are very depressed. Lots of parents here who can feel where you are coming from. Reassure her that it is not like the movies....while they will be careful evaluating her she will have people to talk to and quickly be put in a place where she can get a lot of help in therapy groups and with medication if needed. I have driven two of my sisters to the hospital when younger and spent time in an inpatient treatment program for eating disorders and depression when I was in my early twenties. (ok a million years ago but still...) It is reassuring once in and connecting with people who you feel can help you. Maybe you can do some research into what is around in your area, this time of life is so full of transition and increasing independence, it can be overwhelming and to find a place that specializes in teens would be great. I agree, now is not the time to leave her alone. Make a contract with her etc. Also, not saying this to cause panic, just because it is so serious....If she suddenly seems OK, be aware that can be a sign that a decision has been made and a few years ago we lost a child I took care of for many years. He was 19. That is what happened...he suddenly seemed so OK... he did give some things away though, another clue. I know it is scary, but it is better to know and face it with her head on. Has she always had issues? Is this a new thing for her? Hope to hear from you again, HUGS and supportive wishes.... to you and difficult child. [/QUOTE]
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