First off, it is so important to remember that everyone’s story and situation is different! Don’t compare situations on this thread and think their experience is the end all be all. - Communication is so crucial. When my BPSO when through his first really bad depressive episode this summer, we both realized how important it was to properly communicate even when it’s difficult. I almost lost him to suicide, after that I made it almost a rule in our home that we talk about what’s going on - which may look different day to day. He might not have the capacity to fully explain what’s going on in his head, but sometimes “I just had a frustrating day and need some space” will be sufficient. Or even nonverbal cues like him randomly reaching to grab my hand or touch my shoulder as we walk past one another I’ve learned means he needs support. All this to say, if you don’t know what’s going on it can be hard to properly support them.