I'm dating someone with depression and anxiety. What to do?
cryingkoalas
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Jun 10, 2016
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Be there for them, as tough as it is. Don't let them go, and try to understand them. If they tell you they need to think, let them think for a bit, but don't leave their side if they need to.
Avene
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Jun 11, 2016
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Be patient with them. They cannot always bring under words what they are feeling and can be overwhelmed. Be there for them and listen if they want to talk, but never pressure them. Ask them what triggers their anxiety and what they need you do to if it happens.
Anonymous
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Jun 11, 2016
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Talk to them. Tell them its going to be Ok. Ask if they have talked to there parents, and if they didnt tell this person to because it will get better after you tell them and ask for help.
thatbethgirl
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Jun 16, 2016
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I feel like the most important thing is to just be there for them. When you're dating someone with a mental illness it isn't always about having the right things to say. More often than not it's just about being there for them when they need you. It's about being there rock and shoulder to cry on not about being their therapist. Just let them know how much you care and that you're there for them.
AriellaZwill
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Jun 16, 2016
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I think the most important thing is to let them know you care. They probably feel alone, but it might also be hard for you, just know he or she really cares about you and how you help them.
rebeccamariexox
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Jun 16, 2016
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Just be there for them and accept them. And don't think that because there are good things in their life (like you) hat it will be magically fixed
Anonymous
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Jun 16, 2016
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Always make sure to tell the person how much you love and care about him/her. Make him/her feel special. Make sure he/she is not feeling down about themselves.
Maricellac
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Jun 17, 2016
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Be supportive! Best thing you can do for them. Get them to talk to you, don't push and try your best not to lose patience if they hit a bumpy patch.
Anonymous
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Jun 19, 2016
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Start by learning about depression and how to talk about it with your friend or family member. But as you reach out, don’t forget to look after your own emotional health. Thinking about your own needs is not an act of selfishness—it’s a necessity. Your emotional strength will allow you to provide the ongoing support your depressed friend or family member needs.
Anonymous
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Jun 22, 2016
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Try to be there for them no matter what, try to understand what they are going through, depression and anxiety is something very tough to go through.
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