Hello dear, Yes, it would be most desirable that you take your parents into confidence for your mental health related issues and then seek a psychiatric consultation. However if you think that they are more likely to be overtly critical of a psychiatric consultation then do not hesitate to seek a consultation by yourself and discuss the issue of disclosure to your parents with your psychiatrist in person in a face to face session... Parental validation and support can be very important to help you regain control of your mental health, but please be mindful that improving your health is your perogative first and foremost.. Hope this helps you somewhat. Best wishes for your health and future.. My best wishes are with you...