Even though it's difficult, the love you have is greater. Maybe that's the strong reason why you want to survive until now. You may not have enough knowledge like an expert, but you can always provide support by doing a number of things as below.
1. Make sure you are always there when he needs, but that doesn't mean you have to be with him all the time.
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Be someone he can trust, someone who can be the medium to express complaints and whatever is on his head. When you patiently want to listen and when he needs a friend, it is more than enough. Leave him if you want to be alone, but be prepared when he needs help.
2. You may not be an expert, but try to dig deeper by asking him to tell stories
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There are various causes of depression, you really are not someone who knows the ins and outs of this mental illness. But try to explore the cause of the family or listen carefully when he wants to tell a story. Accept whatever he says without denying or judging him, be a good listener for him.
3. If the situation worsens ask for the help of a psychologist or psychiatrist and pay attention to the consultation schedule
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Depression is a personality disorder that can be experienced by everyone. The levels are also various, from mild to severe. If you think the situation is severe, don't hesitate to encourage him to go to a professional like a psychologist or psychiatrist. Accompany and pay attention to the schedule for consultation, your attention will be very helpful in the healing process.
4. It's not easy to face a partner who is depressed, your patience is tested in this matter
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Always be enthusiastic in dealing with the sensitive character of the couple. That means do not ever give up on the situation. Depressed people often think of things, usually because of anxiety or previous trauma.
Be the one who gives unconditional love to him. This might seem nonsense for normal people, but not with people who are in a state of depression. You have to be patient when you want to be alone or don't want to be accompanied. Instead, you must always be there when he needs your help.
5. You are an important part of his life, don't give up or even run away from leaving him alone
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You as a partner are those who play an important role in the healing process. You must be able to control yourself and know what is permissible and not done in dealing with it. Never have you had the mind to run away, it actually inhibits the healing process and makes it lose confidence. Be a partner like a friend who is always there for him.
6. Always give support and be a figure who can be a role model in exploring his abilities and potential
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Depressed people tend to be easily discouraged, so always give support when he starts wanting to give up. Invite him to see this vast and beautiful world. Accompany him to do activities that can hone his skills or abilities.
Be a figure who becomes a role model for him and explore his potential to be able to achieve his life goals. Make a happy moment that is not forgotten, make the most of your time when he is in a level above his depression.
It is quite difficult to deal with a partner who is in a state of depression, especially when you are not an expert. But that does not mean that is impossible, because with patience and love unconditionally everything can be overcome. Believe in his recovery.