Yeah,

I know what you mean about people not responding...GAD complicates depression and vice-versa. What I think is most useful when confronting both of these demons is to do just what you indicated - look below the surface for reasons to keep going.

Last night I was having a particularly tough time with my mood. I was feeling like my world was falling apart - nothing feels like it is going well for me at this time with my business, which is an all consuming nightmare...anyway, what helped me get to a point where I was able to sleep was my wife telling me that we have a son that cares about us and we care for him. It's strange to note that a reason as powerful as that is below the surface, but when depression is active, that's just the sad reality...

It is difficult to stop being so self-centered when I am depressed. Thank you for your post because in responding to others I feel like I'm sharing a burden with someone. Not sure if that makes much sense to anyone other than me...but I really appreciate the hard work that you are doing to help your father and help yourself at the same time and all the while being a member of the club of back pain sufferers...

Best to you.