Depression, what not to say

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I came across this, and I think it makes a good point. I know Ive been told similar but not the case. Depression is no fault of the person.

^^ great post

Can you imagine anyone saying those things to someone who's just been diagnosed with cancer or diabetes?

What to say

"You are stronger than you give yourself credit for"

That's why I don't talk about my depression with anyone. Most people really can't understand it unless they've also gone through it in their life.

"Don't do anything silly"... It's funny, I heard that one from my psychiatrist.

Thanks for the input

"You are stronger than you give yourself credit for"

Yes! I agree, that is inspirational. This did cheer me up.

Can you imagine anyone saying those things to someone who's just been diagnosed with cancer or diabetes?

That would not be good. But depression is exactly like that.

That's why I don't talk about my depression with anyone. Most people really can't understand it unless they've also gone through it in their life.

Same here, some just don't truly understands it. I still see stigma attached to the label. Depression is not something a person can control or always change by themselves. I think not everyone knows what depression really is.