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    My ex left me because of depression

    A few weeks ago my ex left me because of depression. He had been suffering from depression for a while but I was unaware. We had been arguing a lot because I thought he didn't love me or want to be with me anymore. We said some nasty hurtful stuff to one another. Especially if we had been drinking.

    When he left he was heartbroken. He said he has never stopped loving me but he can't see us ever getting back what we once had. I made him aware I didn't want this and wanted to work on it but he was unable to.

    Since leaving I know he is seeing a counsellor as I am in contact with his family. We have had no contact the past few weeks as I stated I wouldn't be able to be in contact as it would be too hard. I am now worried I haven't done the right thing. In a normal breakup, I would be happy to have no contact but the fact depression is involved worries me.

    Should I be in contact? Should I be there to let him know I am still willing to help him? Would I make it worse?
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