Why shouldn’t everyone treat everyone else with sympathy? Why should people be “deserving” of some basic human respect? I’ve only lived my own life, not anyone else’s, so I’m in no position to judge others.
A lot of people that maybe should seek help might not be capable of doing so, probably because of taboos, trauma or other issues.
So you can’t offer your assistance, but you still spend your time offering criticism in the form of judgmental comments to their stories. That doesn’t seem very respectful.
Sure.. but what if despite knowing that they still don't?
A lot of people suffering from depression don't seek help despite knowing they should. They watch themselves sinking deeper and deeper, and their lives gradually falling apart and don't ask for help, or even when they do they might not follow through with what they need to do to improve their lives.. from missing therapy appointments, to not taking medication, to not taking the little steps to improve their lives.
There are various reasons for that, but the bottom line is that many of them don't, and no amount of finger wagging at them is going to change that.
Mental health is something that should be taken seriously, not spammed on the internet or commoditized.
Then it's their responsibility to seek it out. If you're privileged enough to lead the life described in the article, you can also afford to visit a therapist on a weekly basis. Otherwise, you can't suddenly expect the general public to treat you with sympathy, particularly if you're among the hyper-rich or otherwise elite.