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How can you deal with someone with depression?
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Support: When a loved one has an illness, it is best to be a good support system for them - but not in a smothering way. You may also want to educate yourself about depression. There are also support groups for families of loved ones with mental illness. Nami may be a good resource for you.
Answered 1/30/2015
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Be supportive: Be kind, gentle, supportive and strongly encourage person to see doc for meds AND cognitive behavioral therapy.
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