How to Help Your Spouse With Depression
It is difficult to watch a loved one struggle with depression. While sadness is a natural part of life, if your spouse or partner goes through an intense unhappy period that lasts for more than a few weeks, it may be a sign of depression. There are things you can do to help, as well as taking good care of yourself during what is going to be a challenging time for both of you. 1 Recognize the symptoms of depression in your spouse . Some symptoms include: [1] Ads by Google I Feel I'm fit & Healthy Are you Sure? Know your Heart Health with Good Morning Heart www.GoodMorningHeart.com daily or near daily sadness that lasts for more than 2 weeks loss of interest in hobbies, friends and/or sex excessive fatigue abnormal eating or sleeping habits trouble concentrating and making decisions irritability feelings of hopelessness, helplessness or worthlessness weight loss or gain thoughts of suicide. 2 Encourage your spouse or partner seek help if they haven't already . ...