So, now that I have this new diagnosis I've been reading way more than I probably should. I'm now wondering about my 18 year old son. He has had a problem with depression for a few years and recently he's started meds to help with it. Don't get me wrong, he has a good reason for depression (not that depression needs a good reason) due to family history (mine) and tough events he's had to go through. But now I'm wondering if I should have his thyroid checked. Looking back I've had a lot of the symptoms for a long time. It wasn't until the irregular menstrual cycle though that it occurred to me to go to the doctor.

My sister and her daughter also have it. I've read that it can run in families. He's only 18, but I'm wondering if I can get his shrink to order a blood test or whether I should take him to the GP or whether it's a silly idea altogether. Forgive my disjointed thoughts. My mind is going faster than my fingers can type.