What should I do?

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My boyfriend told me last night he thinks he is struggling with depression again.. it hurts me to think the person I love is so sad and doesn’t know why. I was wondering, what are things I can do to help this? We live together and I wanna try and make this easier on him. Anyone else deal with this before? Tips, advice, anything 💔 I just want my man to feel better

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You can get him in to talk with a professional. That's what you can do to help him.

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Get him a doctors appointment and make sure he goes. Make him his favourite food and hide with him in a blanket fort. Just be there even if you don’t do anything. When I’m feeling down and depressed I want company but I don’t particularly want to do anything or talk. Its just nice knowing someone is there. Still live your life and see friends and family, don’t make him go if he doesn’t feel like it but don’t stop doing things yourself either.

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Depression isn’t just feeling sad, it’s a chemical imbalance in his brain. I would suggest therapy if he isn’t going already and medication fo help the imbalance. Also support him. It’s not easy but that support will mean a lot.

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I have depression and anxiety.. I try not to let it take over my life but it's hard.. theres some days I found it hard to get out of bed.. to eat.. but honestly me working is my lifeline.. my husband never judges.. he cuddles me.. builds my confidence up again and bit by bit.. I start feeling me again.. if he wants to be alone.. then i would.. go about ur normal day.. I also find going for a walk can help so tag along or leave him to it.. I think patience is key.

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Good on you for being such a loving and supportive girlfriend! I think you should really encourage him to seek help from a psychologist, and maybe even get on some medication to help manage his mood. 
Remember, there is only so much in your power. All you can do is be there for him to talk to, and try and notice when he’s off and give him that extra attention. 
I think it’s also important to mention, coming from someone who has anxiety and depression, his mental health is not your responsibility. If you feel you are taking on too much responsibility, and it’s starting to affect you - it is okay to take a step back. Your mental health is just as important 
I hope your boyfriend feels better soon :( definitely not a good feeling having it come back after working hard to get to a good place but he will get through it ❤️

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Just knowing you’re there for him, if and when he wants to talk, can be a big help. 
It can be really hard, but also can be useful being able recognise how and when to give him space where actually he might not be up to talking about how he’s doing. 
Support him with getting professional help, whether that’s medication or something.

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