I am looking for help to understand Major Depression Disorder and how I can help/support my boyfriend. I just recently found out that he has had MDD for years and that he goes through these episodes. I have been reading up on anything I can find and that is why I am here. I don't know what to do when he is going through an episode (which I read can last up to 9 months). He is currently not taking any medication for he does not have health insurance at this time. How do you not let the hurtful words he says (which he says he doesn't mean) not hurt you? How can you help and/or support a loved one with MDD? I love him very much and don't want to lose him.