Question:

[wishiwuzfamous]

I'm new here, and I have a question about depression. But to fully explain, there's a story that goes with it.

My best friend, who I've only known for a year now, well, he's amazing. Now, I know that nobody's perfect, but to me, he's about as close as it gets. At least, that's what I thought until a few days ago. We tell each other everything, so when this little tidbit of info came out, I wasn't really surprised, but more, well, concerned, I guess. You see, he just graduated high school, and he told me that he was surprised that he was graduating. I found that hard to believe, since the person I know him to be is a very intelligent, bright person. He told me that during his sophomore year, he missed a lot of school. He said, alomst every other day. His parents worried about him, and started taking him to doctors, and then to shrinks. Soon, he was diagnossed with chemical depression, and he's been on and off prosac ever since. Now, I know that he's not perfect, but I didn't expect this in a million years. To see him, you'd never know about this at all. He's always been happy and friendly to everybody, at least what I've seen. So I assured him that this didn't change the way I view him, because it really doesn't, but now I need some help. I don't see him differently, I just now know what's going on with him, under the surface. I want to help, in any way I can, after all, he's my best friend, but I know nothing about the condition. So, I was hoping you could help me out. I really care about him, and I want nothing more than to be there for him, no matter what. So, I ask for advice, knowledge, and prayer in this time of uncertainty. Thank you
God Bless!
~Amanda

 

[JDDCH]

Hi there and welcome to CF

It sounds like you're a good friend and that's fantastic. It also sounds like your friend has his chemical depression under control which is great. He probably has ups and downs but then again, so does every human on the planet.

I'd say that your friend is probably doing great and your best move would be that of a true friend ... support and understanding. ... in otherwords, ~ don't treat him differently now ~ Just continue being the same friend you've always been. Pray for him as you would any other friend.

Chemical depression isn't anything horrible. If he takes his meds, he'll be just as balanced as anyone else. When things get a bit off kilter, he'll be more depressed or saddened then other times. Chemical imbalances can make us sad l'il puppies from time to time. or even

Being there as a friend will be great. Someone he can depend on to be there and not treat him like a lepper will be doubly so.

... and brownies are good too.



Welcome to CF You and Your Friend are part of the family.

 

[wishiwuzfamous]

Thank you so much! That helps A TON! I freatly appreciate the advice and support, and I know he will too!
God Bless
~Amanda

 

[JDDCH]

Sure thing there. Glad I could help.

Hope to see ya around the board. There's lots to do and plenty of places to get into trouble.

jd - trotting about a bit ...

 

[wishiwuzfamous]

I'm going to go tell my friend about this, maybe he will come on here, and maybe find a bit more support than just I can give him. Thanks!
God Bless!
~Amanda

 

[wishiwuzfamous]

PS: If you want to know all about my friend, I posted a HUGE pst about him in the Christain Teens forum, under Gals. If you are not a Gal yourself, and would like me to copy and paste it into a PM or something, let me know!