Shirley,

I just wanted to say that I think it's great how you are researching to better understand yourself and also think it's a good idea that you are going to take that book with you to your appointment.

Sorry though, I'm not able to help you on the "atypical" depression--- my symptoms have been just the opposite(sometimes dangerous weight loss and insomnia) and I have a diagnosis of "major depressive disorder-recurrent".

I wish you luck with your appointment-- let us know what happens-K? t/c

mandy