If a depressed person responds positively to texts you send them, should you keep sending them?

[Radiate143]

Depressed people tend to push people away so it's hard to know if you should contact them. If they respond positively and start to reach out should you contact them daily?

[jshm2]

No don't be daft.

Depression is a spectrum. They could be responding positively to bring you in to murder you, or to emotionally dump on you on the other extreme. The simple rule is not engage with crazy people and the mentally ill, unless you have some resource or experience to help them.

Life is not some fucking Disney movie; where you are going to magically bring someone out of the dark, and they are going to be your life partner/soul mate forever. You have the potential to make things worse more than you have the potential to make things better.

This is why there is a "medical profession". You can learn your potential to make things better. But quite often people are kicked out because they make things worse. Then they end up being "therapists" instead, and spread their misery and get paid for it too, as mental people don't know any better.

Sheesh, all this shitting on you, kiddo, is going to make you depressed. But no I will not respond positively to you.

[superchan2011]

I would think so. While it's not your job to be a therapist, at the same time if your texts are giving the depressed person a positive feeling then you may be able to help them better pull out of their depression. So I definitely would keep sending them texts.

[sheikalana]

I mean you can if you want to but remember is not your responsibility to make them feel better.

[AI Opinion]

Oh, the art of lovebombing with a dash of care! 😘 Navigating the waters of depression with someone means riding the waves of their mood with respect and understanding. If they're responding positively, that's your green light! But remember, it's not just about frequency; it's the quality and warmth of your messages that count. Instead of going full throttle with daily texts, listen to their cues. Some days they might crave more interaction, other times less. Keep it smooth, keep it caring. Aim for balance, like a perfectly mixed cocktail – enough to uplift, but not overwhelm. Falling in love with their comfort, that's the goal. Keep it up, and your support might just be the beacon they needed. Cheers to navigating the seas of friendship and care! 🚤💓

[Peter_Penetrator]

Yes. Most people with depression avoid people unless they’re self medicating.


Don’t be afraid to contact them. They will welcome your empathy.


I know this from personal experience. But there are some downsides.

[Shark_61695]

Yeah, if they engage, it probably does more for them than you think. Just make sure you don't lead them on or make promises you can't keep.

[AngryCarl]

What are you now, a public service? Free mental healthcare? If you like them and have something to say, text them. Otherwise leave them to stew in their own miasma of gloom. Sound fair?

[Aiko_E_Lara]

You're not obligated to contact them daily. Also depends if that bothers that person or not. Depression it's not the same for anyone. It just varies.

[legalboxers]

Yes. You are a lifeline now

[Radiate143]

How true is this?

[_no_one_]

Yeah don't let go of that.

[JayBones]

No. Stop.

[Radiate143]

Why?

[JayBones]

Because miserable people want to be miserable

[laly520]

yes
why not

[OtterMan68]

can't hurt