8 Things People With Hidden Depression Do

They May Start Becoming Needy

Depressed people sometimes have trouble doing things for themselves, so they can become needy but have difficulty reciprocating because of their neediness. Shaming, rejecting, or pestering them can cause hurt and worsen their depression. While someone else’s feelings are not your responsibility, showing extra patience and kindness towards a loved one behaving in a needy way can be helpful for encouraging them to come out of their depression. You may consider taking measures to protect yourself from having your kindness exploited, but if you sincerely care about someone that may be experiencing depression, including hidden depression, remember they cannot perform as well as mentally healthy people and may require some extra patience and understanding.

They Can Have Random Mood Swings

People with depression can experience highs and lows, but for people with hidden depression, their mood swings can seem random and strange. If you know someone has depression, it is possible to believe that after a few days of feeling positive, the person is no longer depressed. At this point, if you badger the depressed person into things they are not ready for, they can quickly retreat into themselves and suddenly experience a low mood again. If you know, they have depression, be supportive, let them call the shots, and do not assume that a few good days means they are cured of their depression. People with depression, including hidden depression, are susceptible to mood swings and may require your patience and understanding.