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  • March 5, 2018 at 3:23 am #195943
    Anonymous
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    Dear Keli:

    You wrote: “He just went home to visit his parents, and it (the depression) escalated again”- maybe it escalated because he was with is parents. Maybe it started because of his relationship with his parents, as a child, and spending time with them triggered those early conflicts, early distress, what is in the core of his depression.

    If so, maybe communicating with you about that core, the origin of his troubles will be useful in encouraging him to get professional help, psychotherapy, I hope.

    anita

    March 5, 2018 at 4:07 am #195951
    Eliana
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    Hi Kelli,

    At this time, I don’t think it is possible for him to sustain a relationship. People cannot give what they don’t have, and you will always be frustrated, until he has resolved his issues. He has repeatedly said “he does not know what he wants, or can’t cope with life, etc” meaning, he also can’t cope with the complexities and demands of a relationship. Especially, if he is crying alot. I am not sure if he is on antidepressants or not, but medication sounds like a good option at this time, as it would help him, regain focus and want to concentrate on his healing.

    I would maybe take a break from the relationship for awhile. He can’t have one. Maybe in the future, but not now. I hope everything works out. x

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