
Help him to make sure he is getting food, water, light exercise, and 8 hrs sleep every night, it’s basic but it helps Consider planning something in the short term future (2-4 months) that he can look forward to, like a visit to family or weekend getaway I got a cat when i was at my low point and the responsibility for another life really did give me a reason to get out of bed, so maybe he would like a pet? Therapy and possibly meds are always good, but he has to want those Good luck!
First of all you have to make it clear that your there for him, will always be there for him, and are a safe person to talk to. Second off, make sure to not say or do anything that could even slightly come off as shame… obv you wouldn’t be trying to but make sure he doesn’t feel shameful for having those feelings. Third and probably most important, if he’s not already you should try to gently push towards therapy. With the right therapist it can be life changing