and they've tried counciling, pills, talking, God, exersise, doctors, a specialalist (basically done everything it says depressed people should do and it still does **** all/made things worse)
2007-12-25 08:52:12 · 25 answers · asked by hermit 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
tell someone!!!!!!!!
2007-12-25 08:54:15 · answer #1 · answered by Dan B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did he/she stay faithful on their medication for a long period of time, and follow up with the doctor regarding the dosage? A lot of times, things are so far gone with the brain that a lot of the typical solutions do not work. I've heard of recent clinical trials using small amounts of electricity to stimulate a particular part brain that has been successful in helping people who cannot seem to be helped otherwise. I'm not sure how common this treatment is, or if its still anything more than a clinical trial at this point, but something to look in to.
And remember, a lot of times severe depression is more than just an emotional problem. If everything else he/she has tried as not helped, it is possible that it is a physical issue with the brain.
2007-12-25 08:59:13 · answer #2 · answered by snuh_playa 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get hold of the local Social Services office and report this person. They have the tools, specialists and knowledge on how to deal with a suicidal person.
You don't so don't even try. Nothing works until a person wants it to work. That's why at AA the first thing is the person has to admit they are alcoholic. Only then can therapy begin to work. Your friend refuses to believe they are depressed and they need a professional to step in and work with them.
You stay out of it except to report it and pray lots and lots and lots. That's all anyone else can do for this person.
2007-12-25 09:01:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have him/her try Hypnotherapy. Many times it works wonders when nothing else has (especially if you can locate a hypnotherapist certified in 5-PATH, which is very effective because it deals with the root/cause of the depression rather than just treating the sypmtoms).
Also, BE with him/her as much as you can; you could even rotate 'shifts' among friends and family so they are never alone, they can see others love and care for them and they have less of a chance of committing the biggest mistake of their lives.
2007-12-25 09:02:10 · answer #4 · answered by omarchavezmcse 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Be available. Let him/her know that you're there to lend an ear and a shoulder to cry on. Don't be silent even if he/she makes you promise not to tell anyone. Do tell a professional. It may take a while to find the right therapist. Consider different pills. There's a lot out there and each person is different. Don't be judgemental.
2007-12-25 08:59:33 · answer #5 · answered by Erebos 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what's the cause of their depression... if it is family related or abuse etc. they may well be finding it this hard to get better. if it isnt then they may just need a different councillor and some more support to help them
However, get them to talk to their doctor and ask for a different antidepressant or a stronger dose (some have better effects on people than others)
but at this stage it may be best to get them checked in to hospital
best wishes
2007-12-25 09:00:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like they havnt gotten the right help..
you need to tell someone,and if they are threatening to hurt themselfs call the police..
just because they have been on medication,seen councelors etc doesnt meen anything if it hasnt helped.
If it didnt help then there is a problem and they need to see a different councelor and have a different medication
i went through 3 councelors before i found one that worked for me,and they changed my medication,and after a couple months i felt soo much better
2007-12-25 08:58:16 · answer #7 · answered by country_girl 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Stop fretting- if they are seeking that much help it is highly unlikely that they will do it- its an attention seeking thing and they need to be ignored- they won't do it. I know someone who has been through this and threated suicide for the last 6 years and she is no different now to what she has ever been- she justs goes through friends like some people go through shoes. Stop paying her so much attention.
2007-12-25 08:56:05 · answer #8 · answered by Ellie 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
stand by your friend and i feel certain some doctor or
therapist can help them and possibly a change in
medication. a hospital stay as a last resort.
be loyal and supportive to this person, they
need you. Gos Bless both of you.
2007-12-25 08:55:51 · answer #9 · answered by Jerry S 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you support them and let them know you are there for them, first off. But I would advise them to keep trying professional help (if they didn't like their counselor, they could try another). There are many types of treatments, medications, and methods for dealing with depression and professionals are really the best equipped to help someone deal with it, especially when it is as severe as you have indicated. Try to encourage them to keep fighting and keep trying, as exhausting as that is and as hard as it is to be so depressed. There is definitely hope, so encourage them to keep fighting that awful disease. Also, to you, be there for them, but do not make yourself responsible for them-make sure you take care of yourself and try to develop a whole network of support for your friend. Good Luck!
2007-12-25 09:02:01 · answer #10 · answered by uncjillian 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Then it sounds like they need to VENT - big time-!
Try this- take your buddy to the highest point like the one at a park where you can see the entire city. and have him or her- SCREAM!-
Scream out as loud as you can- all the while screaming out all his her problems-
once he or she starts to get into it on their own- let them- then Follow up by talking -
remember-
Dont criticize! you'll make things worse-
be supportive!
understand his / her feelings/
and don't judge-
later when successful- t
his person will always come to you for counseling.
Merry Christmas!!!!!!!!!
2007-12-25 08:59:47 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋