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URGENT: NEED HELP. LONG DISTANCE BOYFRIEND HAS SHUT ME OUT. AFFECTING ME NOW. BEEN DIAGNOSED
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Hi Indescribable,
I can hear the desperation and confusion in your words. It can be very frightening when someone we love, who is mentally unwell loses contact with us. I can imagine the thoughts that are going through your mind.
Does he have friends or family that you can contact just to make sure he is ok?
What was the reason for him moving away in the first place?
It does sound like he might want at least a break from the relationship, and this can be hard to deal with when he hasn't even communicated this request with you. I do however think it may be in your best interest to leave him be and let him make contact with you, if he so chooses. To not have contact with you at all is not healthy for any form of relationship, and yes he is depressed, but this can't be an excuse for at least sending you a text. If the shoe were on the other foot I'm sure he would be worried sick.
As you mentioned that you are suffering from some depression at the moment as well I think it would be best if you just focus on yourself for a little while. Keep seeing your Psychologist, as you said this is helping. There is only so much you can do for your boyfriend unless he actually wants your help.
Instead of questioning your friends and family perhaps just rely on them to support you. Take an interest in going out with them and doing things together rather than just talking about your boyfriend.
I hope you will get back to us. I understand you must feel a bit panicked but this won't necessarily help your situation. Is there something you can do tonight to help you relax and unwind? A Bath, a book to read, a movie to watch, chat with a friend?
AGrace