There really is no reason to be scared about taking an AD. You are depressed and having a hard time functioning. That's what they are for. Wellbutrin is a good med. I have heard very little negative about it. I am on it and so is my husband (both at 300mg). It can be an activating med which means it might keep you up at night if you take it in the evening, so take it in the morning. It will take a few weeks to kick in, just like all the AD's. Like your t said, you probably should have already been on this med considering how you've been doing. You are doing the right thing for yourself.