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How to have relationships while living with depression?
Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Sep 16, 2021 | Replies (104)Comment receiving replies
I find that to, but sometimes I wonder if I explained things a bit instead of just isolating, my depression wouldn't be the "elephant in the living room" that it is. You know, everybody can see it's there but no one is saying anything. I wonder if I say something like "You know how I struggle with depression. I want you to know that you don't have to do anything or come up with answers. Just your company, talking, and spending time together really helps." Not sure how this would go over with friends and family, but I think acknowledging what's going on might make me feel better.
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@modz If it helps YOU that's reason enough to do it!
My concern is not to have expectations of how others will receive this information, but primarily do it for yourself. Think it's a good idea and brave!
I am coming from the standpoint of being hospitalized and then my family just doesn't to discuss without drama or how to act around me so I guess it's always the elephant in the room.
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It's a great idea in theory, but my experience has been that people don't know what to say or how to act once the acknowledgement has been made. I was treated differently, but I love the part of telling them that just being together helps. I do think keeping "secrets" doesn't help one and honesty is best. Good luck!