Depression/ Anxiety?

For all those who suffer Depression or Anxiety, or any mental illness for that matter, do you let your boss or teachers know about it?
I'm currently at uni and my Anxiety is really getting in the way of getting to school, I can barely get out of bed in the morning and as a result have missed the last three days of classes. I don't want my teachers to think I Just can't be bothered showing up, but i'm embarrassed (because a lot of ppl think its a "cop out" or bullsh*t) to tell them incase they don't believe me or don't take it seriously. I've been told before (years ago) when I was suffering depression that I was "lying" or "over-exaggerating". People don't understand these kind of illnesses unless they have experienced them themselves. What do you do?
My direct supervisor at work knows, but it's more because she's an awesome lady who I get along with really well - she's helped me through problems and has been a good friend to me. But I haven't told my "Big Boss", mainly because I Haven't felt the need to. Were I to miss shifts or something because of it, I would then tell her.

I haven't told any of my profs, only because I haven't felt I need to. If I were in your situation, though, I might tell them. Most professors at my university are very understanding, and I'd feel comfortable telling them if it got in the way of my schooling.

I know what you mean when you say that people don't understand unless they've been there. If ever anyone makes me feel like my illness is a cop-out, I just remind myself that it is a real medical condition that can affect my life in many ways.

I don't know that I've helped you any, but just know that you're not alone. For the past few months I've been feeling much more anxious than depressed (I've been on an SSRI for 1 1/2 years), So i think changes are on the way for me. But I'm trying not to beat myself up about it - and you Shouldn't either. are you taking meds? If not, talk to your doctor about it. The right Medication may help you.

*cheers*

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