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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]No, don’t give her scented bath products. That’s a terrible suggestion.

The hygiene issues are not THE issue. They are just a sign of how depressed she is. Don’t worry about her hygiene. See if she will let you visit or go out to lunch with you or text with you — if she’s able to connect with people, it might help keep her from getting more
Depressed.[/quote]

When I went through a deep severe depression years ago, something basic as taking a daily shower seemed so insurmountable to me. Heck just the act of getting out of bed every morning seemed like a huge chore.

I just didn’t have the desire to shower at all so what encouraged me to even turn on the water faucet was a bath set that I received from a caring friend in a care package.

I had never used vanilla cashmere scented moisturizing body wash or lotion before and I was excited to smell like a cupcake!

This is what ultimately worked for me though there are certain people who may not like scented bath products.
When one is depressed, sometimes taking a shower can psychologically make a change in how one feels about themselves.
It can be a significant first step towards getting back into one’s normal routine.[/quote]

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