Talking to a Woman With Depression
If a friend or loved one has depression, you may be trying to figure out how you can talk to her in a comforting and helpful way. This may be difficult for many reasons. She is probably feeling isolated, emotionally withdrawn, angry or hostile and sees the world in a negative light.Although you may feel your efforts are unwelcome, she needs your support. You can simply be someone she can talk to and let her share her feelings.A woman with depression often expects to be rejected. You can reassure her that you will be there for her and ask if there's anything you can do to make her life easier.If your loved one is not diagnosed or not in treatment, the most important thing you can do is encourage her to see a health care professional.
Never ignore statements about suicide. Even if you don't believe your loved one is serious, these thoughts should be reported to your friend's doctor.
It's important to remember that depression is a medical illness.. More than one out of every 10 people battling depression commits suicide.
Never ignore statements about suicide. Even if you don't believe your loved one is serious, these thoughts should be reported to your friend's doctor.
It's important to remember that depression is a medical illness.. More than one out of every 10 people battling depression commits suicide.