When communicating with a client who has major depressive disorder, the nurse should avoid being:

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A client with major depressive disorder may find it difficult to connect with others due to their low mood and lack of interest in activities. Being overly cheerful and outgoing may seem fake and unrelatable to the client. It is important for the nurse to be warm and patient, and to exhibit empathy, but not to force false positivity.

When Communicating with a Client Who Has Major Depressive Disorder