Left by a depressed partner

[AndrewLJ]

Hi everyone,

Same boat with multiple here that shared this story (36). I've been in a relationship with someone who was fighting depression for many years (36 also), things were fantastic, then work stress came, pressure and the relationship was the first to go after 1.7 years.

I would love to hear some stories down the road, things get better for those left behind? Do they try to reach out after a while of no contact?

Hugs

When you say 'things get better', do you mean 'get back together'? My depressed partner ended our relationship and, after the initial shock and discomfort of splitting up, I was much happier because I wasn't trying to float someone else's mood all the time. My then-ex, who then lived alone, was much happier not to have to try to be cheerful around the house, and recovered from the depression.

We're not in touch any more, but I suspect we're both a lot happier. I certainly am. How has it treated you, your partner having depression?

No, if it get's better for the one left behind, if he moves on quicker? But cheers for the answer. The get back part is out of the question from my point of view, even If I read that in most cases they try to make contact.

The initial shock and discomfort is something I am feeling for the moment.
Same pattern: slowly getting distant, lack of desire to do anything and finally she needed to heal alone. Or try to heal.