How to Reconnect with a Depressed Son

Depression is a disease or disorder that affects entire families, not just the one who is depressed. It arises for a variety of reasons, such as low self-esteem, being picked on at school or the loss of someone close. Reconnecting with a depressed son can be difficult; however, understanding the reasons for depression and accepting that your son needs support will help to make this job easier.

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      Construct a plan that will allow him space. This may be a plan you write out and share with your son, or it may just be a personal plan that you put together for your own reference when things get tough. This may seem like the opposite of what he needs, but giving him space will lessen his perceived pressure and allow him to heal and grow at his own pace.

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      Fight for time to be with him. Space is important, but your son might need to know that emotionally he has your support. Be there for him. Pay attention to the times when things do not seem right. Consistently reassure him that you are there if he wants to talk and that you love and care for him. Part of being there for him is also to recognize when there is a problem. If you suspect that your depressed son might be contemplating suicide or he is not taking the medication he needs, then consider intervening in your son's life an act of love.

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      Seek help and support for yourself. Dealing with your son's depression will take strength and education on your part. There will be days when you do not know what to do. A counselor can help you prepare for these days and a support system can help.

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