LMo... about all you can do is what you are doing now. Be his cheerleader, be positive, try to help... but don't criticize.

I know I often feel overwhelmed with this depression. Even small steps to do something can be overwhelming. It's good when I have a cheerleader around. someone to at least be there to coax me or coach me. It could be though that your boyfriend needs more help than you're able to give him. Does he have any other friends or family that you might be able to contact to help you in this?

I hope you're taking care of yourself, too. This is stressful for you it sounds like.