Talking about depression only makes it worse. Talking through feelings may help a friend recognise the need for professional help. By showing friendship and concern and giving uncritical support, you can encourage your friend to talk to his or her parents or another trusted adult about getting treatment. People who talk about suicide don't commit suicide. Many people who commit suicide have given warnings to friends and family.
Some people even tell a friend about a plan to kill themselves before they actually do.
Tell a responsible adult. Telling an adult that a friend might be depressed is betraying a trust. If someone wants help, he or she will get it. Depression interferes with a person's ability or wish to get help. And many parents may not understand the seriousness of depression or of thoughts of death or suicide.