We’ve all been there. We’ve all had it. OK, not ALL of us. But, according to research from the Mental Health Foundation, 1 in 5 people in the UK suffers from depression.
Look around.
You’ve probably got more than four friends. That means that, even if you’re not aware of it, it’s highly likely that you’ll know someone who has suffered, is suffering or will suffer from this mental health condition.
So, when it comes to wise words of support, here’s 13 things to avoid…
1. Buck up
Why didn’t I think of that? Because there’s nothing more helpful than being told to cheer up when you’re having thoughts about killing yourself.