Which is a better way of dealing with an extremely negative person having depression? By scolding or by consoling?

[Worrying]

By scolding.

By consoling.

[Phoenix98]

A gentle hand is often better in those types of situations then scorning words.

[NathanDavis]

by... listening, first...

[IslaTheWitch]

Depends on the connection you share.

You can let this person speak and just actively listen to it. Throwing things out helps.

But it's not enough. Next step is to suggest the help from psychologist. Regular sessions and the therapy. You can help with finding a specialist, even support this person going with them on the first sessions and just wait outside.

[strateguy632]

neither, you should avoid negative people especially family members.

[Danny_dan92]

Feed them some chicken nuggets

[Anonymous]

I say consoling and encouraging them to seek help.