[technochick99]

I guess you believe depression is in the genes and you can't do anything about it.

Actually, we DO believe we can do something about it. If it's in the genes, it's likely a predisposition. As such, it is not a life sentence. And those of us who are depressed, especially those diagnosed as such, really work quite hard at beating it.

It's very rare to find any reputable professional in the field that thinks that a pill, any pill, solves everything. Lifestyle, therapy, diet, supplements, and changing the way one thinks and reacts are all very crucial to 'recovery'. Please don't lump us all as whiny victims.

[vimto]

Good post, totally agree.

[oxcart]

Applause, excellent post!

[Vision]

Please don't lump us all as whiny victims

I don't mean to do that at all. I've been depressed in my life and been to the professionals to solve the problem, which did not work. You are not depressed because you are weak. You are depressed because the life pattern you are in produces more sadness then joy. If it's external unhappiness, that's easy to change. Internal is harder and you should think about what triggers bad feelings. I promise you you can figure it out. It will take time becuase it's hard to change but the rewards are endless.