I'm suffering from major depression going on 6 months now (been depressed on and off for the last four years). When I am depressed I don't have anything positive to say, at all, and I isolate from friends/family because it's sooo hard to keep up a happy face, be happy that their lives are going well etc - I would rather be alone and with you folks who hopefully understand.

My husband told me he spoke to a very good friend of mine and basically she said that my friends may not be around when I come out of this depression. It was very hurtful and I know she and my goddaughter are probably hurt too since I am a total recluse, haven't seen them in 6 months and talked to my friend once, but it's still hurtful, on top of the hurt and guilt depression brings with it.

Has anyone lost family/friends due to their isolation and this ugly disease?

Thanks