Hello all,
I'm new to the forum. I've been caring for my wife who has depression and anxiety. We've been together for 6 years. Tonight I FaceTimed her from work (as I usually do on a night shift) she instantly burst into tears and told me she's self harmed. She has only done this 3 times since we've been together. I made it clear that I wasn't upset with her. We discussed coping strategies etc.... everything I mentioned she just instantly dismissed. I'm just feeling so frustrated, it's like she's not even willing to try any of the suggestions that is going to help her. She said she hasn't got the energy to do anything or distract herself, I replied with "but you've got the energy to get up and self harm?" Probably not helpful but just feeling totally alone and frustrated. I worked as a HCA in a mental health ward for 4 years so I know what can help her. Any idea's or words of support would be greatly appreciated.
I'm new to the forum. I've been caring for my wife who has depression and anxiety. We've been together for 6 years. Tonight I FaceTimed her from work (as I usually do on a night shift) she instantly burst into tears and told me she's self harmed. She has only done this 3 times since we've been together. I made it clear that I wasn't upset with her. We discussed coping strategies etc.... everything I mentioned she just instantly dismissed. I'm just feeling so frustrated, it's like she's not even willing to try any of the suggestions that is going to help her. She said she hasn't got the energy to do anything or distract herself, I replied with "but you've got the energy to get up and self harm?" Probably not helpful but just feeling totally alone and frustrated. I worked as a HCA in a mental health ward for 4 years so I know what can help her. Any idea's or words of support would be greatly appreciated.