Hi Everyone,

I wonder if anyone can advise or help me.I used to have a best friend who I've not seen now for almost three years.We used to be in touch daily,took holidays together and the friendship was very close.My friend started suffering from depression and other mental health problems.She became more and more withdrawn at times but also took quite alot of risks in her behaviour.She told me that she only felt worthwhile if someone valued her sexually,it seemed that was the only type of relationship she valued.She got involved with a boy much much younger than her.I was worried/concerned about her.She gradually withdrew and eventually broke contact,actually in a way/at a time that hurt me a great deal.

I've still sent Christmas/birthday cards.Over a year ago I tried to get in touch online but she said she wasn't ready.

I don't know what's going on in her life now but I've been wondering about trying to contact her again. She told me her illness was complex/serious.I cared alot about her and remember how things were when the friendship was good.

I'm wary of getting hurt again myself though too ,but I've kind of thought-life's too short and it may be worth trying.I don't know if anyone can help or advise me.She didn't really have any other close friends-everything was concentrated on this boy at the time.

Thank you