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What to do if i think my friend might be suffering from depression, but i'm not sure; what do i do?

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Encourage: If you are close to this friend, an open discussion about your concerns may be the place to start and then encourage him/her to discuss this with a professional. Consider recommending a formal visit with doctor to consider if treatment appropriate or more formal referral to psychiatrist is appropriate.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/10/2017

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