Well recently over the past few weeks, I have felt very depressed as people are starting not to like me and even my closest friends wont let me play basketball with them because other people are complaining about me. And the last few days I have been sick and stayed at home, but every day I try to make myself sick so my parents can let me stay home again and again, I just can't face school anymore. I have the most ridiculous reasons for being depressed, but I am only 12. Extremely young age to be depressed. Help.

I am so sorry that you feel like you do. I have a 13 year old daughter and she has severe depression. It is so hard to see the pain that she is going through, and it is very real. Growing up today is not easy. There is a lot of stress and pressures and very few positive outlets. Keep your chin up, continue to play basketball and keep yourself active. Being active helps. You are not being ridiculous for feeling like you do. Talk to an adult and maybe they can help you through your problem. Talking to someone does help. Don't feel stupid or ashamed. If you are feeling it, it is real. You are important.