Just started dating someone with depression and social anxiety. What should I expect? Please help?

Question

He seems really happy atm but I’m well aware I’m probably not entirely sure what I’m letting myself in for.
Does anyone have experience of dating someone with these conditions?
thanks

Answer 1

Anonymous

Should expect he's more likely to want to stay in than go out. When you do go out, he'll stick to you, let you do most of the talking. Will have days where he just wants to be left alone and may not "be himself."

Other than that, probably about what you're used to.

Answer 2

Vulvalicker

Xper 5

Don’t do it unless he’s under a Drs care

Asker

17 d
I really like him though
Vulvalicker

17 d
The best piece of advice if you want to try is never take his depressed episodes personally. It isn’t you and never ask why he’s depressed. If he knew that he could fix it. It just is. The best you can do is encourage him to get professional help. You’re not a professional and his illness is bigger than you

Answer 3

Asker

I really like him though

Answer 4

Vulvalicker

The best piece of advice if you want to try is never take his depressed episodes personally. It isn’t you and never ask why he’s depressed. If he knew that he could fix it. It just is. The best you can do is encourage him to get professional help. You’re not a professional and his illness is bigger than you

Just started dating someone with depression and social anxiety. What should I expect? Please help?

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