Amusing And/Or Irritating Things People Have Said In Response To Finding Out That I Am Severely Clinically Depressed

It’s a constantly evolving list.

1) Why are you so sad?

2) You were always so cheerful, it’s a shame you’re like this now.

3) At least you have a boyfriend!

4) I can give you a two-day essay extension because of your mental illness, but you really ought to try to meet deadlines in the future. Missing them does you no favours in the long run.

5) All the university counselors are at a training day, but you can see our Money Adviser instead if you want?

6) You used to like drawing? What? Flowers? I bet you could draw a flower this afternoon, if you really tried. Email me to let me know when you’ve done it.

7) You’re going home because you’re not doing your laundry anymore? I don’t want to do my laundry either!

8) You lack motivation? Would it help if a bunch of us formed a group and cheered you on?

9) People will want to help you out with stuff like cooking - it’s nice to feel like you’re doing a good deed.

10) Cheer up!

11) Depression is more evident when you focus on it.