I have some advice based on experience with severe depression. Do what you can to get them out of the house, exercise and the outdoors can be wonderful shocks t

I have some advice based on experience with severe depression. Do what you can to get them out of the house, exercise and the outdoors can be wonderful shocks to a depressed system on the right day. Know that sometimes you will have to help them get through an episode by waiting. Some episodes just have to pass. Help them not feel guilty for them, treat it matter of fact. Remind them that you love them and you are there for them. Pay attention to small signals of their mood, try to be aware of might be in the future. Sex also helps, although that one might be hard in the moment!