I'm dating someone with depression and anxiety. What to do?

Be patient, and always offer your support and love. That's the best thing to do. It's going to get challenging, and even a little frustrating. But by being patient and being there for them no matter what, you can help them progress in getting better!

Care for them and show it. Don't leave them and say that they are too messed up. Explain all your feelings always so they don't start to think the worst.

I would make sure you tell them every morning how beautiful they are and how much you care for them whenever your out in public with them hold there hand if they are panicking take them outside or to the bathroom and if your with people tell them you two need to talk alone for a min and then sit them down and try to calm them down

Support them and love them unconditionally. They're constantly going through a lot of difficult situations and a hand to hold might just be what they need. Don't abandon them when they need you and if you think they need different professional help or medication, sit down with them and talk about it with them. They will appreciate it a lot.

Listen to them. That's literally it. A person with depression and/or anxiety is no different than anyone else. Don't treat them like they're different. Talk to them and listen to their worries, they need it. Most people suffering from depression and/or anxiety have so many uncontrollable thoughts yet no one to tell. Make them feel heard. And instead of treating them like they have special needs, just treat them with a little bit more extra care. As if you're caring for a young child, listen to them and take care of them, but don't treat them like they're sick. :)

Try to ask them what their triggers are so you can understand them better and what to be on the look out for if they suddenly feel anxious or low, also ask them what they find helpful so if/when they are like that around you, you can try to help them by doing the things they find comforting. Also know, its not down to you to fix them, it can't be fixed but you can help them and they can try to help themselves. Just try to be patient and understanding, even if they can't show it, they will appreciate it so much x

You just need to be there for them and remind them that you care and want to support them. There's nothing you can really do to "fix" them, but it's helpful to know that someone is beside you and cares about what you're going through. Even if you can't understand exactly what they're feeling, showing them that you're willing to listen is a huge help.

Ask them how they feel right now. It will come to your knowledge if your presence makes them feel comfortable or making their anxiety even worse.

Be supportive. Always be there for them. Don't judge everything they do, accept them for how they are, and let them know you're always there for them.

It can be really hard dating someone who sometimes sees the world or themselves in distorted ways. The most important thing is to accept this without being judgmental, and support it without trying to fix them. There isn't anything wrong with them, and make sure they know this. Also try not to be their therapist, and that they look into resources like that if you think they need them. Being someone's "therapist" while in a relationship can lead to unhealthy behavior, and make sure they are getting professional help if they need it.