Posted by 8 Miles on December 21, 2003, at 17:25:22
In reply to A letter for a depressed friend?, posted by angiebaby on December 21, 2003, at 11:16:28
I don't know, I have mixed feelings on this subject. But not knowing the personalities involved sort of keeps me from providing much advice (other than generalities). Writing a card or letter in a very short form may open the door for you to communicate more in depth. If you say too much, at first, even your best intentions might not be well received. As you are aware, it may take several months until a Pdoc can find the proper medical treatment, and at least another month or so for those meds to take effect (fully). My advice would be to throw out a loosely written card where you may suggest that you would be happy to listen or advise him. At this early stage in his treatment, he might perceive anything more in depth as a threat or as further evidence he DOES have some problems, and others are now aware of them. Many of us don't like to admit our self-perceived weaknesses, especially in the mystery of the mind. So, short and sweet with an open door, not too overt.
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