Someone asked us our top tips for looking after someone with depression:

thedapper-dyke:

- Never blame yourself, or expect to be able to cure them.
- Make some note cards for them to fill in when they can’t talk.
- Do not get angry if they relapse- they are going to be angry with themselves already, be kind.
- Make sure they’ve remembered to take their medication every day.
- Have a code for when you’re in public if they’re feeling like they’re crashing.
- Never tell them ‘it could be worse’ or ‘just go for a walk’.
- Do encourage them to get out of bed- if they can’t, do not make them feel guilty.

You might not be able to make them better, but you being there is enough.