Keep in mind that the depressed person may not be able to do certain things, and they need support.

A depressed person may sleep too much, or too little.

The site has practical, straightforward information, such as what you should and shouldn't say to a depressed person.

Program to help depressed persons believe and hope they can feel better.

Q. What can loved ones do to help a depressed person recover?

As a depressed person might ask, What does it all mean?

It has a very good chapter on living with a depressed person.

A: It is up to the depressed person to make this decision.

Encourage the depressed person to share this information with his doctor.

But really I think it is the commitment of those who care for the depressed person that can make a big difference.