Girlfriend of a poorly diagnosed depression sufferer here. My boyfriend was recently given anti-depressants by their GP and sent home without any follow up. I think my partner needs better treatment than a GP can offer but struggle to approach the subject without making their depression seem much bigger or worse than it potentially is.

I guess I'm hoping that a better diagnosis will lead to a better management of their mental health - but by encouraging my partner to see a specialist I'm worried I'm making things worse. Any advice?