how do i help a friend that is suffering depression and want get out of bed. and when she does got out of bed she stays up all night long and sleeps most of the day. she lives 1500 miles away and i feel like my hands are tied. i want to help but i don't want to be pushy and lose her as a friend. someone please help me.
2006-08-02 16:22:42 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
First off, I have been there and it took me help to get back. I would think that you letting her know that you really care about her and are worried that she might have a problem. Tell her that she is open to talk to you about anything that she is thinking and feeling. There are so many deep things that could be causing her depression or maybe she just doesn't think that she can talk to people about it. If she is not comfortable about talking with you, let her know that there are millions of people with her problem and that there is no shame in talking to a sociologist (they assess her problem first and if they can help they will). If they can't then they will refer her to a phsycologist. (My first step was my family doctor but I didn't find him of much help cause he just wanted to try me on different pills all the time and by then it was too late as I ended up taking an overdose and almost dying). It is better if she goes for help on her own cause if she gets too bad and has to be put in hospital against her will, they don't let you out until they think you are better which is depressing on its own.
Has she lost enyone close to here in the past? Is she a drinker or other stuff? Does she have work or any interests to keep her busy? The best thing you can do is talk to her, that may be all she needs. But if she needs more, then you are her best friend in the world to get her the help she needs. All the best of luck to you both. Sincerely, Linda
2006-08-02 16:51:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Unless you can actually drag her out of bed for a bite to eat at Denny's there isn't much you can do. Can you visit? It may be enough to brighten her life a bit. Be warned depression isn't logical. Is a quicksand of despair that the sufferer cannot usually pull themselves out of. Prayer works wonders but you may not be interested in that answer due to your online name. The physical, mental/emotion, and spiritual all effect each other. In depression one's wholeness is off balance into the negative. Depression affects everyone and everyone's support starts to fall away when they too feel helpless. Remember you friend feels helpless/hopeless as well. Don't give up. Its about self-worth. Depression actually changes the chemistry the brain. I've dealt with it all my life. Doing good now though. Thank God. Email me if you need to. Good luck.
2006-08-02 16:39:23 · answer #2 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-08-28 13:35:06 · answer #3 · answered by brickman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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It could be that the depression has its roots in low blood sugar - something that happens to everybody every day, but for some it can hang around.
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Encourage her to eat protein at each meal. It is so hard when you are far away. Ask her to try it for 3 days, and snacks in between. If she is not an adult, her responsible adult should be taking action.
2006-08-02 16:28:22 · answer #4 · answered by Pegasus90 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you talk to her just say things that you think would cheer her up, but if the depression is really bad and you noticed. Then, you should try to talk her into going to a doctor.
2006-08-02 16:31:40 · answer #5 · answered by Carrie! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1 pray for her.
2. cheer her up, go to her house bring cake ice cream and movies
3. raise her self-esteem level that will help her get out of bed a little
4. ask her why she is depressed and work it out with her
5.make her the center of attention!!!!
6. make her laugh ALOT!!!!!!!!
2006-08-02 16:46:17 · answer #6 · answered by cutie pie!!! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
HI FIRST OF ALL DO YOU KNWOWHY SHE IS DEPRESSED USALLY THIER IS A GOOD REASON DEPRESSION IS SERIOUS AS I HAVE HAD IT I HAD TO GO TO THE DOCTORS AND GET MEDS TOOK THEM FOR AWHILE NOW I AM FINE. WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED AND WHERE IS YOUR FRIEND I WISH YOU LOTS OF LUCK DEPRESSION IS A SAD THING TRACY
2006-08-02 16:31:55 · answer #7 · answered by gaultpup 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Invite her to visit you sotjat she gets out of her environment?
2006-08-02 16:26:52 · answer #8 · answered by dt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How old is she? Who does she live with and what kind of relationship do they have?
2006-08-02 16:27:04 · answer #9 · answered by dlrrn 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋