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.
How can I help my boyfriend who is in anoter city?
He is studying medicine and is under a lot of pressure. He says he likes what he is learning, the knowledge he is adquiring is very interesting and he enjoys it but that he is constantly doubting if he will be able to handle it. That's also because of the fact he is away from his family, friends and me.
Yesterday he told me the pressure was too much, that he doesn't give a s**t anymore and that he is most likely reaching a breaking point soon. This worries me, he used to have panic attacks like 4 years ago during which he would strongly punch his head. He got better with meds and tgerapy. But I know it's not all gone. He had an anxiety attack 2 weeks ago and he is aware that all this could turn pretty bad.
How can I help and support him the best if I'm not there to hold him?
He is studying medicine and is under a lot of pressure. He says he likes what he is learning, the knowledge he is adquiring is very interesting and he enjoys it but that he is constantly doubting if he will be able to handle it. That's also because of the fact he is away from his family, friends and me.
Yesterday he told me the pressure was too much, that he doesn't give a s**t anymore and that he is most likely reaching a breaking point soon. This worries me, he used to have panic attacks like 4 years ago during which he would strongly punch his head. He got better with meds and tgerapy. But I know it's not all gone. He had an anxiety attack 2 weeks ago and he is aware that all this could turn pretty bad.
How can I help and support him the best if I'm not there to hold him?
Gentle hugs
The pressure he puts on himself is something that he will need to resolve.
How long until he is done with education and ready to work in his field? Sometimes knowing that helps people focus on the stress as a short term thing.