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This article was co-authored by Rebecca Tenzer, MAT, MA, LCSW, CCTP, CGCS, CCATP, CCFP and by wikiHow staff writer, Dan Hickey. Rebecca Tenzer is the owner and head clinician at Astute Counseling Services, a private counseling practice in Chicago, Illinois. With over 18 years of clinical and educational experience in the field of mental health, Rebecca specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, grief, interpersonal relationships using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, and other evidence-based practices. Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology and Anthropology from DePauw University, a Master in Teaching (MAT) from Dominican University, and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Chicago. Rebecca has served as a member of the AmeriCorps and is also a Professor of Psychology at the collegiate level. Rebecca is trained as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS), a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), and a Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional (CCFP). Rebecca is also a member of the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Society of America and The National Association of Social Workers.
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You want to comfort a friend or family member who’s sick, but how can you make them feel better over text? It turns out that even just a short, uplifting message can do wonders for their mood and make them feel supported (even from far away). Whether they’ve got a cold or just received a serious diagnosis, we’ve put together a helpful list of messages to send someone who’s ill. Read on to comfort a sick person over text and cheer them up.
How can you make a sick person feel better over text?
Show them you care with a simple "How are you feeling?" or "Rest up and feel better soon!" message. You can also keep things light with a playful text like "Did you get sick of me?" or "Now you can watch all the Netflix!" If the sick person is religious, a message like "You're in my prayers" can be a nice touch.
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Example Texts to Comfort Someone Sick
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Consider the severity of the sick person’s illness and your relationship to them when you draft a text message. A friendly joke might be great for a pal with a bad cold, but a sincere and straightforward message might be more appropriate for a coworker with a serious illness.Thanks
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As a general rule, keep your “get well” texts brief. A sick person might not have the energy to read and respond to a lengthy message.Thanks
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Thanks for reading our article! If you’d like to learn more about emotional support, check out our in-depth interview with Rebecca Tenzer, MAT, MA, LCSW, CCTP, CGCS, CCATP, CCFP.
References
- ↑ https://braininjurysvcs.org/5-ways-to-cheer-up-someone-who-is-sick/
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-health/laughter-is-the-best-medicine.htm
- ↑ Rebecca Tenzer, MAT, MA, LCSW, CCTP, CGCS, CCATP, CCFP. Clinical Therapist & Adjunct Professor. Expert Interview. 29 November, 2021.
- ↑ Jessica George, MA, CHt. Certified Professional Master Life Coach. Expert Interview. 11 February, 2022.
- ↑ https://www.nm.org/healthbeat/healthy-tips/the-best-and-worst-ways-to-support-a-friend-with-cancer
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