I was just searching for some much needed advice on helping someone that has depression. My husband is going through a tough time and is very depressed. We've been together since high school, and of course something like this will not break us. We will get through it, I'm just not sure how. I'm looking for advice on how to approach him. I feel like if I try to be positive and happy he just gets more aggravated and depressed and doesn't want anything to do with being happy. But if I distance myself and let him do his own thing throughout the day then he seems upset and lonely. He says there is nothing I can do..but I'm his wife. I feel like it's my duty to make him just a tad bit happier if possible. I've suggested activites such as working out, going on hikes..just getting fresh air and feeling good about himself but all he wants to do is get home from work and watch tv all night. It's so hard dealing with this..I just want my happy husband back. I'm hoping someone has dealt with this before and can give me a few tips on how to deal with it. Thanks in advance!