What is Depression Teen

Adolescent depression is a disorder occurring during the teenage years marked by persistent sadness, discouragement, loss of self-worth, and loss of interest in usual activities. ...

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if i were to go to the GP's without my parents knowing, and they were to diagnose me with depression, would my parents have to know?
and if i was diagnosed with depression, would they give me meds, if so, what ones would i expect?
aaaaaaand i have an ectopic heartbeat so would i not be able to use some things because of it?
i dunno, random questions which are in my head which i dont know how else to answer
thanks if you read this--
Posted on 03/31/08, 03:03 pm
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Reply #1 - 03/31/08  3:39pm
" I can answer yor first question. Nope, they would not need to know. I'm in the position as you, Its all confidential. They CANNOT ring your parents or tell your parents without your consent. "
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Reply #2 - 03/31/08  3:40pm
" would they have to tell your parents if they gave you meds, and at my age, would they even concider meds? "
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Reply #3 - 03/31/08  3:49pm
" They cant tell your parents anything. Not sure about the meds though. "
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Reply #4 - 03/31/08  7:17pm
" im around ur age and i think you would need them to know if you were going to take meds cause thats what my therapist told me, dont worry bout askin random questions i ask weird or random questions alllllll the time:) "
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