i feel like my friend is sick of me because of my depression

[doc_potato]

hello, i feel like im losing my friend because of my depression and what i talk about,

sometimes i talk about my problems, family related mostly, abuse, etc and he said he would listen no matter what, i met him last year and we'v been good friends and the start of this year i saw him alot we used to watch tv shows alot and hang out but no he claims he's always busy from work and when i ask to hang out he says IDK or he cant but then i see him hanging out with other people ):, whenver i text him i get a response 3/4 days later everytime, i always start convos or a get along but he never does start it up, i tested it and waited a week to see if he will ever text me back.. he never did nor asked about me or anyting, i cant lose him hes my only friend, i'v been treated like shit in my past years and hes the one who was true to be but hes becoming like one of them like the people he treated me like crap and didnt value me.. im always nice to him and always ask about him,i need to know if hes sick of me or doesnt want me anymore so i can not lose my mind... i dont know what to do...

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Hello doc_potato nice to meet you and welcome to the site. Please take some time to familarise yourself with the pinned posts and have a good look around the site.

There are lots of good links on here to access help as well.

I am sure some of our lovely members will be in very soon to help. x

[sweetiepye]

Hello doc, I am a lovely member, here to help .It is not unusual for friends or family to distance themselves when we are going through depression. I think they want to help, but don't know how. Some are frightened because they see you changing and maybe the information you're sharing is too much and better left to your Doctor or Therapist. As hard as this is to hear I honestly think your friend is trying to tell you he needs that distance right now. Perhaps if you talk to him and tell him you know you have been too dependent on him recently and suggest seeing him for fun times only, maybe you can save the relationship. It will take some effort on your part but you should talk on here or to a professional. You are very welcome here and there are plenty of us who have had similar experiences.. You are of value to us. Pam

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Welcome to this site I hope you find help and support here, we are very friendly and supportive !!!!!

Are you having treatment for your Depression. If not make an appointment with your GP and explain what is going on. Make a list that will help you remember what you need to talk about. Sometimes a double appointment needs to be made to give yourself time and not rush.

You have found a fair weather friend who is only there to be with someone who has no problems. It is sad, I feel He has walked away from you, so leave, you are flogging a dead horse, not worth knowing.

Please do not worry really good friends are hard to find, ones that will stick through thick and thin

BOB

[MAS_Nurse]

Hello doc and welcome to this very supportive community of like minded people. Sorry you are experiencing a difficult time with your friendship at the moment. It is just a thought but have you given any thought that your friend may be going through a difficult or trying time at the present and perhaps is distancing himself from you because he can't deal with anything at the moment. Are you getting any professional help at present?