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Depression
My friend is suffering from severe depression. He is addicted to alcohol and drugs.. He always uses abusive language. He feels very lonely because he doesnt have friends and also not very close to family.. He recently had a breakup because of his abusive nature. He is not ready to go to any psychiatrist.. Please help
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Ms. Sonal Sonawani
Psychotherapist
12 yrs exp
Mumbai
First of all, your friend is the one who needs to make a choice of getting treatment. A lot of times, people get scared of going to a psychiatrist or Psychologist because they are afraid of being judged. Also, your friend has developed a coping mechanism of escape, therefore he numbs his pain and sadness in alcohol and drugs.
As a friend, you need to work towards making him aware of his situation. Ask him simple questions like “are you happy” “where do you see yourself in 5 years” “what kind of a life do you want to live”
Sometimes simple questions can make one think and be aware to make a choice to get help.
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