2006-11-27 09:46:15 · 26 answers · asked by Wen 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
I am currently taking medication for depression & G.A.D., I'm holding off on A.D.H.D. meds. I am taking all of the steps to better my state. My bestfriend, my brother, and my aunt are the only ones that know about my disorders. Which is fine with me. However, is it wrong not to tell a partner?
2006-11-27 10:21:50 · update #1
nope, its your right to not tell anyone.
2006-11-27 09:48:02 · answer #1 · answered by alex 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It;s really according to the kind of day you are having. Sometimes you may need to "vent" and a stranger on the bus won't know you but they may give you some insight if they have overcome the problem you are having. As far as telling all you you know to everyone you know, my answer is I don't think it would be a good idea. If they think you are trying to get something through sympathy or if they just aren't close enough to you to give you empathy, there is a very good chance they will talk or try to avoid you and it could add to your depression. It's known that most ppl only have 2 close friends in their life (on average). Find them if you haven't, be a good friend to them. I know you have problems to talk about but don't forget they do too. That's what friendship is.........shoulders, ears, and hearts.
2006-11-27 09:55:54 · answer #2 · answered by Liome 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion, no. In fact, it can be more of a nuisance than anything to hear from someone you don't know well "hey nice to meet you I'm depressed and don't have any kind of attention span, how are ya?". It starts to sound like the person is using his or her condition to get attention from everyone around them, and sometimes the person can start to suspect the condition is contrived or faked. Avoid being "that person" at all costs.
And anyway, if you are on the correct treatment for your respective disorders, others should never even notice anything is "wrong" with you.
2006-11-27 09:52:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depression is not an easy thing to deal with by yourself. I can't tell you what to do but...since you are brave enough to ask this question then my answer is: you should tell people you can trust or that you feel it's ok to tell them. Seek advice from professionals and your closest relatives. Have you been diagnosed by professionals? If so, then seek help. Now, if that's not the case then I suggest you get an evaluation to make sure you're getting the right diagnosis. Be strong and try to stay positive.
2006-11-27 09:53:34 · answer #4 · answered by madeline4sure 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suffer from depression also and my son has adhd....hes on meds for it...and i am not because i dont have health insurance....so i suffer in silence. My mom is the only one who understands how i feel...my man on the other hand thinks there is nothing wrong with me. Even though he sees how i can get. I really hope you are getting the medical help you need for these things. But yes its ok to tell your closest friends that will understand you and not judge you. I would hope that your family would know what you are suffering from. You can tell anyone about it as long as you trust them completley.
2006-11-27 09:50:54 · answer #5 · answered by michelle 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I assume by partner you mean spouse or boy/girl friend. Yes, they should know also... just in case there's a problem and you need to go to the ER, they'll need to know what meds you're on so they can tell the docs.
It's not wrong but it's not anyone's business either. I wouldn't tell people unless they specifically asked, and maybe not even then.
2006-11-27 09:48:00 · answer #6 · answered by odandme 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
These days mental health issues are not as bad as they used to be, what I mean is they dont have the stigma attached to them that they used to.
Honestly its totally up to you what you choose to tell or not to tell people, its no ones business but your own, if you feel comfortable telling people, then go ahead, but dont be upset if they dont know what to say to you, or is they look a little shocked, its human nature to be afraid of the unknown, and although many people believe they know about the issues you have, chances are they dont, not really.
To answer your question, no its not wrong, unless the other persons physical or mental well being is at stake then you are intitled to your privacy. If there physical or mental well being is at stake then perhaps you have a moral obligation to tell them, but again thats your choice.
Hope this helps...
2006-11-27 09:52:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anastasia 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all it's nobodies business but yours, in saying that though l suggest that you tell any partner you have. Also you may feel ok about telling close friends who will then be able to support you.
2006-11-27 09:50:33 · answer #8 · answered by cailieco 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not at all, and for that m,atter it may not be any of their business. Tell who you want to tell. But be careful at the same time.. There are many not so nice and understanding people out there. You are a great person. You are in control of this. You can tell if you want to.
Hang in there, okay?
2006-11-27 09:48:52 · answer #9 · answered by BlankProfile 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No it is not... You need only tell those closest to you. no one else needs to know.
I have Epilepsy and am in sort of the same boat. I don't tell everyone, just very close friends & family...And on here when I feel it might help someone. Oh and Life guards too...for just in case.
2006-11-27 09:51:16 · answer #10 · answered by bill45310252 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is not wrong to want to not tell everyone. But you may want to discuss these problems with a doctor, they may prescribe something to help. I also suffer from depression,and without the medicine I just want to die, it helps a lot.
2006-11-27 09:49:07 · answer #11 · answered by CHERYL 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋