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dreamer_easy) wrote2006-07-27 11:38 am
dreamer_easy) wrote2006-07-27 11:38 am
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Things TO say to people with depression
By popular (and eminently sensible) request!
From alt.support.depression
As you can see, these boil down to taking it seriously, not judging, and being supportive. I'd add something like "Why don't I drive you to the doctor?", since people with depression are notorious for not being able to get their shit together. >:-)
If you're trying to help someone who's mentally ill, it's also very important to look after yourself - make sure you give yourself time to get a break, to relax, to get enough sleep.
From alt.support.depression
As you can see, these boil down to taking it seriously, not judging, and being supportive. I'd add something like "Why don't I drive you to the doctor?", since people with depression are notorious for not being able to get their shit together. >:-)
If you're trying to help someone who's mentally ill, it's also very important to look after yourself - make sure you give yourself time to get a break, to relax, to get enough sleep.