I can deeply identify with the lack of understanding for depression by family members. I have a family member currently visiting me for a month, who somehow manages to find TV shows that demonstrate his belief that depression is a "sin" caused by demon possession. These shows blare forth whenever I enter the living room and make my illness all the worse for the guilt that these beliefs cause. If your family member is at least willing to acknowledge your illness, that is something to be happy about. Well, maybe not happy, but grateful to them for the effort. billieJ