I am 15, almost 16 yrs old and diagnosed with eating disorder, unspecified type, anxiety, and depression. I have had anxiety since elementary school, an ED since 13, and depression since 15. Depression is the main issue now. I have depressive episodes that can last for weeks to months. At this point, my depression is very bad, and I am having persistent suicidal thoughts daily, am extremely irritable, having low motivation, and have been self harming frequently. These are the usual symptoms. Also lots of depression naps. I also have body image issues, maybe related to my ED. I can spend hours looking in the mirror and checking/fixing flaws in my face and body because I cannot stop the obsessive thoughts. 

My treatment team has suggested medication if I don't improve with therapy. I've been in therapy around 2 months or so now, and things are getting much worse. The problem is, my parents are against medication. Despite multiple people in my family having depression, they don't want me on meds. They see it as a last resort. I'm not sure if I'm at a point where I should consider it. But I'd have to wait for my appointment with my doc at the end of the month, and I might bring it up. What do you guys think are the signs that meds might be needed? Anyone have experiences where they've actually helped?