Disclosing your mental illnesses and discussing the state of your mental health are a personal decisions. You are under no obligation to divulge information about your mental health, even to a loved one. So NAMI suggests you know why youre choosing this moment to have this particular conversation.

How do I tell my boyfriend about my mental health?

All you have to do is explain, as calmly and simply as you can, what you understand to be the mental health issues youre dealing with, and how that might affect your relationship at times. It can be useful to be specific: sometimes, I might not feel very talkative.

Should you tell people your mentally ill?

Whether or not you tell someone about your mental illness is completely your choice. You dont have to tell everyone you know (or anyone at all, for that matter), especially if you dont feel comfortable talking about it.

How can I help my partner with anxiety?

But psychiatrists and therapists say there are ways to help your partner navigate challenges while you also take care of yourself.Start by addressing symptoms. Dont minimize feelings. Help your partner seek treatment — and participate when you can. Encourage — dont push.More items •Jul 24, 2019

How do you end a relationship with someone who has mental illness?

How To End A Relationship With Someone Going Through DepressionHelp Someone Struggling With a Mental Health Condition.Encourage Your Loved One To Get Help.Talk to Your Teen About Self-Harm.Reach Out to Someone Struggling With an Eating Disorder.Reach Out to Someone Abusing Substances.More items