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If someone is convinced that they must deal with these problems themself, then yes............it is quite easy to see why such severe depression can ensue. I know, as a Christian, that I am NEVER alone; that I have the most powerful force in the universe......the Creator........on my side, there for me, and eager to help me.

Not just pretty words, mind you. Been there........and He's ALWAYS come through for me, especially once I get out of the way and let Him.

I have always been a happy and optimistic person. Always. Oh, I might be blue occasionally but I could easily get over it.

Then I hit that stage in life, 50! And with that the start of menopause. Suddenly I could NOT get over this horrible, never ending feeling of despair and sadness. My life situation had not changed much but apparently my hormone levels HAD! My doctor had to almost force me to use drugs to get on top of this depression. I fought it mightily as I do not want to compound problems with drugs. And I was strong enough, I thought, to get over it on my own.But I was desperate to feel normal again.Desperate to be able to function again. So, I took them.

It has been a great help. They are not addictive and I can stop anytime. I will do so soon.

I also have stepped up my exercise program. This has helped tremendously.

But the action I took which I feel has given me the deepest comfort, is that I turned to God. I renewed my trust and faith in Him. I study and read the Bible. I found a true measure of love and compassion there. I am learning to give Him my troubles and worries.

In other words, for me at least, it was not a single answer that has helped me but a combinations of things. And I can not believe that I have written this and posted it. I never discuss this with anyone. It is a sign of great weakness in my mind to do so. But, I hope that my experience can help someone else.