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Sounds like he needs something to do. I've gone through times when all I did was sleep and watch TV. It's depressing all by itself. It will just make him worse. Have his parents noticed or said anything to him? Couldn't they just unplug his TV and put a boot in his butt to DO something? Or does he like to ride bicycle or anything like that? His parents and you could go in together and get him a new bicycle or whatever it is that he at least used to enjoy in hopes he'll get out and do something. Exercise helps ease depression. Having a hobby or something you can "accomplish" gives a sense of achievement and succees also helping depression. It would most definately help him be a more likeable person.
Otherwise, if his depression is too debilitating then he really should see some counseling. Perhaps he's got something that's holding him back.
One of my brother's buddies in highschool really kept to himself and didn't like to get out of bed even. Then they discovered he was Manic Depressive. He got medication, got out and started doing stuff, and now has a very good job, apt, and cool stuff. He's off the meds now but has learned how to better cope with the moods.
Don't get discouraged or give up on him though as the road back from depression can be long.
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