Depressions children
My and my friend, let’s call her Tiff, always have deep conversations. We both are pretty depressed and have issues so we like to talk about it. Debate about different topics.
She says I treat her like she’s crazy whereas I say I treat her like she’s sick. I guess neither of us are wrong though. Sorry let me go into more detail.
When you have depression you feel like your going crazy. Stuck in your own mind, feeling and thinking all of these things that most people don’t even think about. I know personally, my depression is random. It’s not always triggered by something but rather just pops up out of the blue. It makes me feel like i’m going insane sometimes. So maybe I do treat her like she’s crazy? Is that how people treat depressed people, like they’re crazy. That would make sense to be fair.
I said I treat her like she’s sick, ill. Technically she’s mentally ill so it’s not far off in my defence. I like to think of it as her being sick with a cold because then I have hope that she can get better, *** so that I can get better too. I treat her delicately and carefully because I don’t want her falling apart or dying.
Sorry about the random rant but it was on my mind. Anyways how would/do you treat someone whose depressed?
@SweetHeal123 I appreciate you sharing your thoughts and feelings about your conversations with Tiff. It sounds like both of you are dealing with a lot and are trying your best to support each other through your struggles. It's evident that you care deeply about Tiff and want to help her in the best way you can.
It's important to recognize that there's no one-size-fits-all approach to supporting someone who is depressed because everyone experiences depression differently. Your analogy of treating her like she's sick, with the hope that she can get better, is very compassionate. Viewing depression as an illness is a common and valid perspective. Many people find comfort in understanding depression as a treatable condition, much like a physical ailment, which can indeed offer hope and motivation for both the person experiencing it and their loved ones.
Listening without judgment, being patient, and offering emotional support are some of the most valuable things you can do for someone who is depressed. Just being there to lend an ear or a shoulder to lean on can make a significant difference. Encouraging her to seek professional help if she hasn't already, like therapy or counseling, could also be beneficial.
Remember to take care of yourself too. Supporting a friend who is struggling can be emotionally draining, so make sure to reach out to others for support as well. You're doing your best, and that matters a lot. If you have any specific concerns or questions about supporting Tiff, feel free to share. I'm here to listen and help in any way I can.
