Is there anything i can do to help my dad's depression?

Question:

I love him dearly and i always try to be understanding with him and pray for him, but lately its really been gettin to me and i'm frustrated with him being gloomy all the time, hes become so selfish and when we spend time together he has to fake havinf fun so i won't see how he feels, but i do......

Answers:
You have a real problem here. You need counseling. If you have health coverage, get some help with this situation. Also, you can not make yourself responsible for your Dad's problem. Depression is nothing to take lightly. But you need to talk to a professional about this because it is really tricky when a kid tries to solve a problem the parents are having. Also, kids sometimes blame themselves for problems other family members have, if you are doing this you need to know it, and you need to resolve it.
The best thing you can do for your Dad is take care of your own problem.
The fact that he is trying to fool you into thinking he is better than what he is, means he really cares for you, but he does not know how to change his problem or help your problem with him. But you can change your problem by focusing on yourself and not on your Father. This will help him. You take care of you, and your father can focus on himself. Got it! Talk to a Professional Counselor and tell him or her what is happening and how you are feeling. Don't be shy, do it!

what is he depressed about? you may find the solution in reversing that

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