Depression and social isolation: How has it changed your relationships?
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Hi everyone,
Depression doesn’t only affect your mood or thoughts, it can also deeply impact your relationships and social life.
😞 Fatigue, loss of motivation, or the need to withdraw can make even the simplest interactions feel overwhelming. Sometimes we isolate ourselves without meaning to. And when others don’t understand what we’re going through, it can create distance, frustration, or guilt, on both sides.
Whether it’s friends who stopped checking in, family who doesn’t quite get it, or colleagues who expect more than you can give… the social weight of depression is real.
💬 Has depression changed how you relate to others: friends, family, or coworkers?
🗨️ Do you sometimes feel misunderstood or judged by those around you?
📌 What helps you maintain some connection during the harder times?
You’re not alone if it feels like the social part of life has become more fragile. This space is here so we can talk about it, openly and without shame.
Take care,
Somya from the Carenity team 🌼