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Episode 26: How to support a loved one with depression

Therapy Thoughts

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What to Say to Someone Suffering With Depression

Roxanne Jones and Dr. Christina Inglacia are big mental health stigma advocates. Do not say the following: What do you have to be depressed about? You have a great life. Have you tried thinking more positively? But you don't look depressed. Happiness is a choice. Don't invalidate people or passively blame them for this mental illness. And here's our suggestions of what are words of support to say to someone who is struggling with depression.

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