yes, like many many teenagers i had to deal with a large amount of depression growing up. the only way i was able to cope was to confide in my mother who also suffered from depression when she was young, simply talking to her and understanding that i wasnt alone made things much better. depression, especially in teens is way more common than youd think, and if things get unmanageable there is no shame in taking something to help you out. there can be an odd stigma on doctor perscribed drugs these days and its common for kids/adults to self medicate with other drugs because its somehow better/more acceptable? avoid this, its a downwards spiral. if you need help talk to someone and see a doctor if things dont ease up.
my claim to fame is anxiety! ive always been a nervous mess since i was a tiny kid. at 5 i used to give myself ulcers because i was constantly worrying about people close to me dying. it ebbs and flows over the years, at times ive not been able to leave the house for days, other times im fine. when things get to the point where i can deal, i take stuff to help.
Brains are stupid, but in time you learn how to wrangle them into doing what you want.