depressed teen?

I'm fourteen and I have been noticing symptoms of depression for two years. But how do I know for sure? Do I have to be diagnosed?

[dru1007]

I started going through depression symptoms a little over 3 years ago. I did not know it at the time because it was covered up by the physical symptoms I was experiencing while in highschool and the doctors had no idea what it was. By the time I was finally diagnosed, I just knew, it kinda just clicked in my head and I knew that I had depression. I definatley am not saying that's how it happens for everyone, but when I talked to a doctor that specialized in it, I broke down crying when he mentioned the most simple of things. I think seeing a doctor is crucial when it comes to depression, even if it is just minor symptoms. There is such a wide variety of symptoms of depression that it can get very confusing to be able to pin point it on your own. I would most definately take someone close to you that you have confided in about even the slightest of your feelings (for me it was my mother) and talk to a doctor about even the simpilest of things that you are feeling.There are many options for treating depression if it comes about that that is what you have. I really feel for you, I wish there was something I could do, or just give you all the answers, but I only know form my own experiences. Please talk to someone before it spreads to other areas of your life, everyone deserves to be happy and get treatment that works for them. Good luck!

[DedeSmiles]

Is it bad when you come to the point of not caring about the things that used to be so important to you like your dreams future and wishes, not caring whether or not it
happens.

I think I need help I realize this when it started to effect me in school I have such poor attendance that it's effected my high g.p.a to the point of no return. Education was one of my top priorities I thrived and worked hard now Im too tired physically from an emotional drain that confuses me O.o It hurts to watch me fall so far down to the point of almost not being able to graduate it hurts even more to not do anything about it.

I someone just lay in bed if they let me I would be there for ours not having the strength to get up.

My weight goes up and down I'm more sleepy. I'd have random moments when I feel sad or sorry for myself or just plain depressed.

I can't go to my mom cause she won't understand believe me when I say this she'll think I'm crazy or something or that I'm just trying to get attention etc. I'm losing my friends people around sometimes notice my distancing from them. (not purposely)

What do I do? This us the first time I'm realizing and anything my ..depression?
I seriously need help with school now cause I'm on thin ice and is about to fall into icy cold water any second and I'm not ready to go public with this and explain my "depression" to any of the APs (administrators) or my counselor but my absences are starting to raise some eyebrows please anyone help!!!
Email me at:dbissanthe@gmail with any solutions/advice (no therapy please I'm not crazy)