My mother has depression and I do listen to her problems and be patient and empathetic.I don't blame her for her depression at all. I think the reason why I'm able to do this is because I have a bit of depression too, though not as severe. I want someone to talk to but when my mother is already suffering and the rest of my family don't care and are always "busy". It's hard. I wish I had someone who I can talk to and is patient and empathtic as well... Thanks for sharing this, now I might better understand how to deal with my mother.