How do you help someone who is depressed?

Try to empathize their feelings and put yourself in their shoes. Ask why are they depressed, when they started feeling this way, and how do they think they can stop it. And, be as nice and as caring and understanding as possible.

It always helps to let them know that they are not alone, and that you're there for them. When depressed, feelings of loneliness tend to appear, so it's good to have someone in those dark times!

Depression can be different for everyone and many people deal with it in different ways. Some people want to keep to themselves and others turn to drugs or alcohol. I think the best possible way to go about helping someone is by trying to speak to them first. Find out what it is that is bothering them and face the issue head on. Sometimes they may not want your help, and that's okay. Don't keep pushing them to open up to you because they may just hide everything away even further. Take your time because depression does not go away in just one day. Be patient and do not be judgemental. Most importantly, show them that you love them.

Tr and be as understanding as possible. Make sure they know you will listen and not judge, if they wish to speak. Often, while it is difficult, it could be very helpful for both of you if you asked them to tell you how you can help. Each person's experience is different, and they might need different things.

The best thing to do is be there for them - they may not want to talk to you about it, but when they do, it's important that you are there and ready for them! And know that they are only telling you this because they trust you!

Tell them to use their strengths and positive past experiences to help them remember this shall pass.

Just be there for them, listen to them. Do not tell them it's all in their head, and that they should just "cheer up". Encourage them to ask for professional help.

The most basic thing you can do is be with that person. Let the person know that you are there, and you are there to stay. Do not tell the person things like "it's not that bad", "it'll get better", "people have it worse". Even if the person lashes out at you in anger, don't take it personally. Just be there. That's all.

Be there for them. Go for a walk when they feel up to, if not, open the windows. Let some sun in. Make sure that they eat and help them with chores around the house. Someone with depression might not be able to do it himself, but clothes all over the floor don't help either.

well, 'how' is hard to explain. you have to know what causes the depression, how does this someone take in advices, how this someone's daily environment is, and.... still a lot of other things. I would suggest to go for a professional help; therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists