I do not wish to generalize as there are real people with real problems causing depression, both physical and psychological, but, IMHO, prescription meds are given out like candy and people think they’re depressed because their internet speed is too slow (yes, sarcasm). Sometimes I think people just need a little reality check and realize life is not all about you, your feelings and your “happiness”.
No mention here of the effects alcohol have on the drugs. I would think that cutting off consumption would help get one off the drugs.