Depression Chats

- Depression causes slow and short responses, be patient.

- Validate feelings by rephrasing them so they feel heard.

Useful Questions

- What, if anything, has helped you before when you’re depressed?

- When did you begin feeling like this?

- Can you think of anything that is contributing to your depression?

- How has depression been affecting your life?

- Have you thought about getting help/Are you getting help?

- That must be so hard. I can't imagine what it’s like.

- I believe in you and your ability to get through this.

- I am here for you.

- I’m listening.

- Your feelings are valid.

- Thank you for being so honest and open.

Original post in this thread by @SamanthaH, send them a thanks!