depressed 17 year old

[babsy75]

I have only just realised my 17 year old son is depressed. He is not sleeping or eating much. He says he can't quite put his finger on it but I know he is struggling with workload of 2nd year A levels and a few girlfriend probs and we moving house for 3rd time in 18 months. I love him so much but feel so helpless and such a bad mum. It's just me and him. Please help with any advice.

Hello Babsy75. Sorry you are going through this, we are experiencing something similar. If he's open to the idea I would take him along to the GP. He or she can have a chat with him and evaluate how depressed he's feeling. He or she may suggest CAMHS, but you may find that due to his age/type of problems he may not reach the threshold. Your GP might suggest counselling, ( poss Cognitive Behaviour Therapy), and then you can look on one of the various websites to find someone close to you who can help.

Bless his heart. Shower him with love and suggest a GP visit xx