Hello & Welcome, Friend1948!
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Originally Posted by friend1948
...ongoing for months...it seems like it doesn't have an effect...they no longer take enjoyment from activities they once use to...
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Yes, your friend may be suffering from clinical depression. Here's
some "official" advice from the National Institute of Mental Health on helping depressed individuals. Your mileage may vary...
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Originally Posted by friend1948
what else can i do to pull them out of the hole they are in?
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I fear very little. Your availability and willingness to listen
is valuable. If your friend begins to fear she cannot live up to a perceived expectation of improvement, she may withdraw further.
Thank you for being a friend.
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My dog
mastered the "fetch" command. He would communicate he wanted something, and I would fetch it.