I believe my husband is suffering from anxiety and depression?

If he goes to a doctor (which he is planning to do later this week) and this is confirmed, what can and should I do to help himI believe my husband is suffering from anxiety and depression?
Be patient. Make sure to get him to talk to you about why he feels this way. What the triggers are. He probably (like any typical guy) has alot of built up emotions that he never got resolved. A counselor will be the best therapy. Drugs just mask the problem it doesn't cure it.I believe my husband is suffering from anxiety and depression?
Let him take the lead because this is very very sensitive. Be open about your feelings but do not push him to share his prematurely. Be patient. Be gentle. Be positive with your own life and keep yourself healthy so you can be strong for both of you when he needs you.
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Congratulations -- to you, for having a hubby willing to go to a dr ! and to him, for having such a caring wife. I've been thru this... my husband agreed to go on meds, but so far has refused to go to counseling; so, I have to try %26amp; teach him what I learn in my counseling sessions. ...I recommend the book ';Does your man have the Blues?'; by Dr. David Hawkins. He really understands, and he explains clearly (for example) how depression in men shows up differently from depression in women. ...when he finds out what it is that's causing the anxiety, you can assure him you'll help to alleviate that; meanwhile, just assure him that you're there for him, and if he wants space you'll give it to him. Find out what makes him feels respected, and do that. Let his dr's know if you have concerns or questions. %26amp; If the dr asks to see you, GO.
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Well i was in a depression about 4 years ago...first thing you should know is that its not your fault...its just a chemical imbalance...be there for him..make sure you dont lose the communication..but most importantly show him all the love you have for him...even though sometimes you might not feel it back... i promise it will go away and he'll be fine...:) i wish you all the best and if you have any questions let me know...Good Luck
im a psych major and i suffer from anxiety and depression. i think that meds should be a last resort. anxiety and depression are chemical imbalances but can be fixed if they are caused by an unresolved issue without medicine. talking helps a lot - let him just vent to you. my bf lets me vent to him and it really does help a lot. just saying things youve never said before can be really cathartic. also a lot of anxiety and depression have triggers - for me im always more anxious and depressed when i miss something or someone or if my space is really messy and unorganized or whenever im procrastinating a lot. also i have seen research where caffeine and sugar and artificial sweeteners can increase depression and anxiety he can try cutting down on those and see if it helps. good luck.
I'd say that anxiety and depression are a symptom of a problem, not the problem itself. Something is causing anxiety/depression and that needs to be addressed and resolved. I'm sure the doc will prescribe his favorite brain-altering drug without getting to the bottom of things, so be wary.


Help him by eating healthy meals (no sugar or chemical additives). getting fresh air and exercise, and having a therapist to talk to.
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These are social disorders that we get from our group. If he has to go to the doctor the depression is severe. You will be able to help him find the causes of his sadness.
Take care of yourself,don't feel bad if you feel good.The doctors office will have lots of info to give you about families dealing with depression.
You can only be there for him and be his shoulder to cry on if he needs to.
Lots and lots of talk. It's the best thing. Listen to him closely. Try to get him to focus on what is behind his depression. And encourage him to take plenty of rest, even if he seems sometimes to be on a bit of a high. Rest, routine and calm communication - and some reassurance that he is still an attractive person.