Hi I’m new here

[Sweetcheeks1]

I’m looking for ways to support my partner who has depression. I don’t want to nag him

[PamelaR]

Hi Sweetcheeks

Warm welcome to our forums. It's great you've found your way here and it is a place to help you support yourself while supporting your partner.

Living with someone who has a mental health condition is challenging. Both my partner and myself have PTSD, anxiety and depression. Makes for an interesting relationship. I'm probably the nagger in our household, though I have tried not to be. There are often lots of emotions flying around and it doesn't help.

What are some of the most challenging things you are dealing with? It may also help us support you better if we understand how you're feeling at the moment. Only if you want to share though - no pressure to do so if you're not up to it.

Kind regards

PamelaR

[Doolhof]

Hi Sweetcheeks,

Welcome to the community. Beyond Blue also have a website that has a lot of information on depression. There is a section there suggesting ways we can assist people with depression. You may well find some strategies there.

A bit like PamelaR, both my husband and I experience a mixture of mental health conditions. Some days I tell my husband when I am feeling really lousy and let him know it is not him, just me. Maybe you can try and open up communication with your husband.

Sometimes we need to learn to just walk away and try again later too. It is also important to look after yourself in all that is happening for your husband.

On a good day, you could make a list with your husband considering ideas and strategies that may help when he is not having such a good day.

People may have suggestions for specific issues you might like to share with us.

Cheers from Dools