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Depressed friend

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Elodie2019 · 24/10/2019 10:12

Friend is caring for her unwell DD (MH issues). Her DD's illness is very demanding of my friend's time and my friend has been signed off work with stress herself for many months. Last time we saw each other (2.5 months ago) Her DD was not getting any better and my friend was spending every day caring for her.

I have not heard back from my friend for 2 months now. I message her maybe once a week to wish her well and tell her I'm thinking of her. I say I am around anytime. Last time I saw her she was very distressed and I literally listened for 2 hrs. I don't offer advice or judgement as she is in a difficult situation.

I haven't heard from her for 2 months... should I stop messaging?
I don't know what to do. Maybe she's making it clear that she doesn't want me to message/ my friendship?
However, maybe she just can't bring herself to message me as she is not well herself?
WWYD?

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PurpleFrames · 24/10/2019 17:51

I would expect she is prioritising her daughter and her own mental health. I don't think she isn't interested in you or wouldn't have asked to meet before. Perhaps you could 'pass by' one day and knock on?

Boysey45 · 25/10/2019 19:15

I'd leave it and let her get back in touch when or if she feels able to.

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