Contrary to some of the myths surrounding depression, someone who is clinically depressed can still be happy with their relationship. Unfortunately, depression can cause overwhelming loneliness and detachment which can hinder any relationship. Some people who suffer from depression experience debilitating exhaustion and hopelessness which can be very frustrating for two people in a relationship. Depression is not a one-size-fits-all condition because it looks different on everyone.
There are so many different ways depression presents itself. It can leave people feeling guilty, worthless, lethargic, and anxious. Untreated depression can lead to a vicious cycle of self-destructing behaviors that ultimately crush relationships.
Everything feels difficult with depression. But innovative treatments offer hope and restoration. Research shows that when one member of a couple has depression, there is a significant impact on the well-being of the other partner. Research published in BMC Public Health in August found that spouses of those with mental illnesses, including depression, were more apt to exhibit signs of anxiety and depression themselves.
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Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology Wenzel, A. K, and Beck A. Beck, A. The challenge lies in the fact that they want you to skip out, too. Can you come over instead? Maybe tomorrow? People with depression sometimes lash out and say hurtful things. We can talk when you feel calmer. A partner trying to manage depression may not have the emotional capacity to support you as they usually would. Everyone needs social support, but friendships outside of your romantic relationship become even more valuable when your partner has depression.
Suppressing emotions can isolate you and leave you struggling to manage emotional turmoil, but trusted friends and family can listen and offer support.
Their compassion and validation can meet some of your needs and have a positive impact on your well-being.
Most people would agree loving someone means accepting them as they are. This acceptance becomes even more important when your partner lives with depression. A couples counselor can help you shore up your partnership so you can stand stronger together. Crystal Raypole has previously worked as a writer and editor for GoodTherapy.
Her fields of interest include Asian languages and literature, Japanese translation, cooking, natural sciences, sex positivity, and mental health. They say love works in mysterious ways, but things start to make a lot more sense when you look at its effects on your mind and body.
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Contact us now for more information on this free service to our users. She provides inspiration, support, and empowerment in the form of her motivational articles and essays. She believes that everybody should make room for love in their lives and encourages couples to work on overcoming their challenges together. Photo by Milan Popovic on Unsplash.
The opinions and views expressed in this guest blog do not necessarily reflect those of www. The author and www. Yes, I totally agree to every point you have mentioned. After marriage the couple lose interest in each other. Not in every case, but it affects the mental health, physical health and generate sadness between them. Which can be a big problem. I agree with everything you have shared in this post in writing. I believe depression changes us from the core and turns us into something we do not ourselves understands.
After losing my boyfriend I learned that depression can eat us alive even when you do not want be consumed. Sometimes I feel this world we are living in is more like a hell because we do not have any control on our lives, we cannot stop from loved ones from leaving this world. Happiness is state of mind but it is difficult to feel joy when you feel dead and drowned inside.
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General Unhappiness Living with depression is a trying experience.
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