Every time I mention to someone important in my life I’m depressed, suddenly EVERYONE treats me differently. They start walking on egg shells, being overly nice, treat me like I’m d*ing(im not), and treating me like I’m about to explode from it. (I did try to ..ya know.. 5 years ago so I can’t tell if they’re valid). They’re all doing their best to be kind which I appreciate but it makes me feel like my depression defines me in others eyes. They stop seeing me as me but as their depressed family member/ friend.