That's a really painful fear to carry, and it makes sense that depression can amplify worries about losing the people you love most. It's worth paying attention to some signs that a relationship may be becoming strained.
Some things to watch for in your boys:
- Shorter, less engaged conversations
- Avoiding one-on-one Show Full Answer
That's a really painful fear to carry, and it makes sense that depression can amplify worries about losing the people you love most. It's worth paying attention to some signs that a relationship may be becoming strained.
Some things to watch for in your boys:
- Shorter, less engaged conversations
- Avoiding one-on-one time with you
- Seeming uncomfortable or distant when you're around
- Stops sharing personal news or milestones with you
- Responses feel polite but emotionally flat
These signs don't necessarily mean the relationship is over — they may just mean something needs attention. Depression can make it hard to communicate openly, and sometimes the people around us pull back because they don't know how to help — not because they don't care.
Open, honest communication is one of the most powerful tools here. As Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps shared, he spent years avoiding difficult conversations until therapy helped him learn to truly communicate with the people he loved most.
A therapist can help work through how to rebuild or strengthen those connections with your boys. It's never too late to open that door.
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