Hi, Vortex!

Welcome to PsychCentral!

I was in a 6-month hole (including disability from work) not too long ago and am back "in the world" again so there is definitely hope!!

If you haven't been on meds too long (or at all) I would add to be patient. What will work for one person may be awful for another.

I've lived with depressive illness for approximately 15 years and have controlled it well with meds.

Keep talking to us! I have found this a very safe place.