Questor venting about some really bad news

[Questor]

My buddy is selling all of his guns except a few he "will really use". The guy has a house full of guns, so this is a big deal. He has always said it took him so long to acquire them that he'd never sell them.

He's worried about his health. And he's dwelling on how his father's last years were lived with diabetes and parkinsons disease.

This is a bad sign.

[Brett]

My buddy is selling all of his guns except a few he "will really use". The guy has a house full of guns, so this is a big deal. He has always said it took him so long to acquire them that he'd never sell them.

He's worried about his health. And he's dwelling on how his father's last years were lived with diabetes and parkinsons disease.

This is a bad sign.

Questor, that could very well be a bad sign. It may be nothing but him deciding to clean closets but I get the feeling you are concerned that it may be more than that. He may be suffering from depression.  Has he or is he about to reach a milestone B-day?  Is he in relatively good health now?  Did his father pass at the age he is now?  Any problems going on at home or work?  Try to talk to him to see what has spurred this sudden change in attitude.  Depression can be very serious.  Let your friend know that there are people who care about him and are concerned. If you suspect depression urge him to seek treatment. 

[williamlayton]

Stick close without being pushy. Give him a chance to vent.
Be a friend.
Blessings

[pills]

You are right to be concerned. He has some serious warning signs.

When I do counseling I make people look me in the eye and promise that before they do anything to harm themselves they will call me. That is the only "fee" I charge.

My father has both Parkinsons and diabetes. With proper diet and medical treatment he is actually doin better than he was when he was diagnosed almost 15 years ago.

bE bLESSED