Depression Support Group
Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.
I wont name names obviously, but lately I've been pretty worried about a close friend of mine. I've actually never met him in person but we've known each other from a different site for a long time. Well lately (like within the past year or two) I've noticed he seems more and more depressed. I know he's bipolar but especially in the past 8 months or so he just seems to be getting more and more depressed... And yeah, lately he's been talking a lot about suicide and always talking negatively about himself. He's been really down on himself and hard on himself and I don't really know why. I got him once to tell me about some girl he knew a long time ago but he wouldn't tell me much. I don't know what to do... I mean, its not like I haven't had to talk people down from suicide (and as far as I know always succeeded or they changed their minds for other reasons). This just keeps getting worse.
He doesn't live near by so its not like I can just hop on a bus and go visit him..
He doesn't live near by so its not like I can just hop on a bus and go visit him..
Just let him know how much you care, ask what you can do to help, and listen to what he has to say like you have been. If things get extreme, call 911 for him.