How do I deal with a constantly negative friend? Every time we talk, it is usually about how much her life sucks and I have trouble changing the subject. And she is very irrational. Just can't take anymore and don't know what to do other than possibly distance myself from her a bit. I am not sure if she is actually depressed like she says she is or if it is just attention because she is really only like this when she does not get her way or if she realizes she did something stupid so I kind of feel like it is not exactly depression but not sure though. She also has temper problems too. Just confused and need help. Not sure if I should continue with her or just distance myself a little bit. Not completely cut her off, but just kind of back away a little.