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what to do?

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Hi,

My sister is suffering from depression & nothing I can do will make her better.

It feels like im fighting a battle that i will never win, I can see how much she has to give in life but she can't see it and its so frustrating.

I understand it's an illness, but when she attempts suicide, it's hard to look her in the eye again, even though I love her.

I just need someone to talk to or get advice, because i dont know what to do.

I want her to get better more than anything in the world - but I cant, i feel useless

xxx
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Try to keep remembering that she cannot help what is going on in her head. I know it hurts, but sometimes, you just have to understand, and not try to "fix" things. She DOES need meds and counseling, but she needs your understanding and support just as much. You, too, need to find a professional who can help you understand her better.
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I know, she discharged herself from the hospital yesterday but she needs to go back, I am trying hard to understand, but its hard .. thanks for the reply :o) x
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I can understand your pain, laura. We tried numerous times to help my brother, but he rejected us at every turn. Sometimes you just have to "let go and let God". Support her emotionally if she'll allow you to and hope that she finds it in her to seek the help she needs. We're always here to offer our support if you need us.
(((hugs)))
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I think you are a blessing for your sister. Most of us don't have that kind of support. Something people don't understand tends to be treated as though it is not real. Honestly the best thing you can do, in my opinion and as a bipolar, depressed and one who failed at suicide, is to be there. You can't fix her, her pdoc and meds are what will help with that. Don't take her actions personally, they are NOT about you. Good luck.
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The only thing you can do right now is love her and support her. And let her know that you do. Believe me....it will be greatly appreciated by her.
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they have a depression supporters community here..i wonder if they can give u some advise?
if she sees a therapist, maybe she would be ok with you discussing this with them?
just an idea..lol..my husband supports me by hiding from me! rofl...what a smart guy! rofl
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