I’m married to a wonderful man. He is the best thing to happen to me, and we are great for each other. However he has issues with anxiety and depression. And sometimes it’s really overwhelming. He doesn’t feel meds help, but I did convince him therapy was a good idea, and he’s going to that.
It’s incredibly hard. I love this man. But he shuts me out. And I wind up feeling hurt and lonely. And then I withdraw. Which only makes him feel worse.
Anyone have any advice?
It's great to see your reaching out to help your husband a lot of men can't or don't have a understanding partner do I commend you sticking with him and the fact he's shutting you out maybe that he can't express himself as he would like to! Have you suggested going for joint councilling so you can better understand how you are both dealing with his depression and anxiety! What about seeking out information on depression that you can look through at your leisure! Please take care and I wish you all the best good luck david
I totally agree with Celtic here. It is wonderful that he has someone like u who understand. I think the reason u understand though is that u also have a background in it. One thing I know for a fact is that depression is only understood by those who suffer from it as well. I think Celtic is right by saying u should go for a joint counseling. It might help knwo what he is feeling so that u don't shut down. Shutting down is a response we all go to when we feel we can't get through, so ur response is on point because nagging him might not work as well. Have u also tried to get him to find a depression support group? It might help
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