I am a firm believer in mind over matter. Yes chemicals obviously play a role in our depression but how much of a role is up to us. I think we all need to take a step back and put some positive reinforcements in. They go a long way. You mind can play tricks on you it can make you think your sick when your not. Lets take this for instance a girl at my old job had the flu and came to work. She was obviously sent home but all of a sudden my body started having these symptoms like I had the flu. I went to the doctor. I didnt have the flu. Its our minds they make us believe what it wants us to believe. It can cause many symptoms you just have to over power your mind learn what is real. I have been medication free now for months and everyone in my life says that its so great to have me back again. I am so thankful for finding my way. This may not be for everyone I just wanted to share.