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My fiancé has depression how can I help?

kaylea
kaylea

Hi, I’ll start off by saying I’m new to support groups but I had no where else to turn. My fiancé of three years has recently been depressed. He goes in and out. One minute he seems happy and the next he wants nothing more than to be alone. How do I stop the feelings of it being my fault? I know I can’t control it but I can’t help but feel like I’ve done something to make the situation worse. How can I help him and help myself at the same time? I want to have a healthy long relationship with him and I feel like it’s an unattainable goal at this point. What should I do? 

sjs777
sjs777
there are support groups to help those with spouses with depression. you will have to look in your area. Often they are free group meetings or phone support. as well as individual counsellors to provide you the support you need
sjs777
sjs777
you can begin now with helping yourself. find a support network, be it non judgemental friends or professional support, On occasion there are life events which further emphasize such distance (recent death, financial woes, loss of job...). You are not to blame! If it truly is depression, its an illness he will ultimately need to tend to. there is medical support, but i suggest that you speak to a professional counsellor (for yourself) as to how you best approach matters if he hasn't already
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Welcome kaylea....

Is he seeing a psychiatrist??.... He needs medical help..... This is a disorder that needs treatment by a professional
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