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

It's important you don't push them, but just be there for their support. Make sure they're receiving proper professional help if needed. Don't try too hard to cheer them, because it will make them feel worse when they don't want to disappoint you but neither aren't able to "just cheer up". Take care of your own well-being, it's really important. Be supportive but remember that it's ok to have your boundaries.

First of all it is important for you to know that there will be hard times ahead, depression is like a desolation and it can consume you. Your partner is dating you and therefore the first step has been made; they have let you into their somewhat lonely world. Always be there. Whenever you can. Be there for them to listen and simply hold them when they cry. At times there may be no reason in which they will cry, they will simply cry and it is your duty to tell them everything will be okay and hold them close to your chest. There may be days in which you have plans to go out however your partner may decide against these plans at the last minute. Do not be angry with them. Do not blame them. A table can be booked for another day, the rejection they will feel as a result of your anger will remain. Depression and anxiety are disorders in which can be treated with both drugs and CBT. It is important to note that these drugs hold side effects such as being tired most of the time and therefore it is likely your partner may not always be up for doing the things in which you wish to do. Remain patient, remain calm and one day you will look at your partner and see a wide grin as opposed to an anxious smile. You will watch them grow and flourish, the love in which you give them will save them. It will remind them there is reason to go on, that happiness can be found and this is the key in fighting depression and anxiety. Never give up , if your love for them is true and requited you will get through the hard times, together.

Support them in a way you know how while also caring for yourself. Many people date others with these issues without having concern for themselves or thy stuff down their emotions because they think its what's best for the other person. You can only help someone If you are kind to yourself and help yourself as well as the other person. Remember support goes both ways.

Listen. Often the scariest thing is opening up for the first few times, or when it's really bad. I still struggle to tell my boyfriend how I'm feeling when I have episodes. Who wants to tell the one they love they feel "empty" "ugly" "worthless" and all of the above? It's hard to show our dark sides- as a significant other, just be there to listen, love and support them. That's truly what we need, reassurance that we're not alone in this.

Give them the space they need. I bet youvare concerned, but they need their own time with depression. If they ask for a helping hand, give them that. Anxious people also need freedom.

Just be kind and don't be offended if they don't always react the way you expect them to. A little bit of love goes a long way when you're feeling depressed and anxious, and some of us need more frequent reminders of our worth than others :)

Understanding and being there for that person. Understanding is the best way to help someone who has Depression and Anxiety!

All you can do is be there for them. They will get paranoid only because they're scared you'll leave. Just be understanding and let them know as much as you can that they make a difference in your life

Educate yourself on depression and anxiety and keep open lines of communication: reach out to your loved one if they are struggling with anxiety or depression. Ask them how they feel you can best support them, and make a plan for what they think would be helpful when they're having a rough time. Most importantly, though, be sure to take care of yourself ~ giving yourself space to breathe, process and rest when you need it is the most important thing. In order to help anyone else be their best self, you must be your best self first.

According to me you should talk to that person and try to help them. And dont leave them jut cuz they're depressed and have anxiety.