I don't think that you could honestly escape this. It is something he needs your support to face and deal with and you need to be aware of the signs and how to be encouraging without being a nag about it.

It is difficult but just one more "thing" to bring you closer together. I think you are doing great.

kat

Me-53(and learning!)
S24, S21, D18, D17
Just keep swimming, Just keep swimming. Dory