What to do?

[thankful88]

I'm new to the world of depression. My girlfriend sent me this story about depression as her way of communicating how she felt. It caught me off guard to say the least. I do not have nor suffer from depression myself. I have no experience with it, until now. I have been reading as much as I can about the condition to better understand how depression effects her. She was starting to come back around, but I got the dreaded "I need some time alone statement in a text that also said something went down at work, and she left. She had been complaining about things at work for days. I do not work with her and have no idea what actually happened. We do not live together either. So, with that, I could use some insight.  I want to be supportive, but I'm not sure how in this situation. Do I give her space, or not? If I do give space, should I wait for her to contact me, or do I reach out first? If I reach out, what angle should I take? When I say angle I mean, do I ask how she is doing, or just let her know I'm still here reassuring her I'm by her side? Thank you in advance for any input.

[thankful88]

Thank you for the advice. I just gave her, her space for the weekend, and sent a simple text saying Hi, this afternoon.  She's been quick to respond, though not as chatty as normal.  Which is fine, I'm just glad she is okay, and responding in general.  We'll see how things go from here.    

[Bubulous]

I have been in that situation before and I would agree that you should definitely let her hve her space.  Text her and let her know you are ok with it and you will be there for her.  I don't know your whole story but when a woman wants space always give it to her.
Good luck and let us know how it goes.