hey, first off just because you're genetically linked to her does NOT mean you'll end up just like her. You have choices, and your own life. So try not to let that get you down.

I understand her keeping it a secret. I don't know what level of depression you have reached yourself - but with anything liked this, being THAT hurt by depression could be deeply embarrassing. I agree with you, depression SHOULDN'T be considered "dirty" - but the problem is that often it IS considered "dirty" by our society, and even by people dealing with it on a daily basis.

I'm glad you're talking some sense to her, that getting treated is a good thing. Another thing I've run into is that apparently depression was MUCH more stigmatized generations ago - maybe she's hanging on to some of this too?


I think you should take care of yourself first in this - you can't help her if you're down yourself. I'm sorry you're in this position, but the good news is she's getting help and hopefully will be getting better.