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10-12-2011, 02:28 PM
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Sam, Samantha, Sammy.. <3
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Manchester
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Supporting a family member with depression.
I just wondered if anyone could give me any advice on how to deal and support a family member with depression?
Its very difficult and leaves me feeling hurt and drained.
I understand that your supposed to not take things they do and say to heart, as they probably dont mean it, its not them anymore.
I've lost her. :( Ive grieved for the person she isnt anymore.
She is becoming more aggressive, which means more rows and arguements. She shuts down, for long periods of time and becomes unresponsive to people around her. She has lost the ability to sympathise or empathise with anyone.
Shes been to the doctors and got anti-depressants so im not too sure if prehaps soome of the symptoms listed above is any of the side effects.
How can i support this?
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Walt Disney
"Even miracles take a little time."
- The Fairy Godmother
"What do you do when things go wrong? Oh! You sing a song!"
- Snow White
"Always let your conscience be your guide." -Pinocchio
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10-12-2011, 07:39 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: London area
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Also, some people feel depressed about being depressed.
Has she been offered counselling of any kind?
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10-12-2011, 09:13 PM
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Sam, Samantha, Sammy.. <3
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Manchester
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She was offered therapy but said no, and thats her final decision x
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Walt Disney
"Even miracles take a little time."
- The Fairy Godmother
"What do you do when things go wrong? Oh! You sing a song!"
- Snow White
"Always let your conscience be your guide." -Pinocchio
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10-12-2011, 09:14 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: London area
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Has she explained why?
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11-12-2011, 12:26 AM
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Insanity let loose
Join Date: Feb 2008
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As someone who has depression, and knows what it takes to stick around with me, I would recommend you also get some form of therapy yourself. So that you have a safe outlet for any feelings that you may have as a result of how she is, and anything that may happen.
It is very hard to watch someone go through depression. I think the most important things are to let her know that you are there for her, that you support her and still love her. Try to listen and not assume things are a certain way or will be fixed if xyz is done, and be willing to sometimes just sit quietly.
It sounds like you care a great deal about them, so I wonder if you have asked them this? Sometimes the best thing you can do is to ask them what they would like for you to do, what would help them? and remind them that that door is open should they need it.
*safe hugs*
Roiben x
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11-12-2011, 10:44 PM
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Sam, Samantha, Sammy.. <3
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Manchester
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Sorry i haven't replied, thanks for the messages.
It's even worse today and I'm finding it very hard and overwhelming. Maybe it's time i sort therapy for myself :( xx
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Walt Disney
"Even miracles take a little time."
- The Fairy Godmother
"What do you do when things go wrong? Oh! You sing a song!"
- Snow White
"Always let your conscience be your guide." -Pinocchio
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