i completely agree with Sky, you need the meds because there is a chemical im-ballance in your brain. it isnt your fault, nor is it a bad thing. that is the reason meds are around, to help. see your doctor about increasing them back to the dose you were on before, when you were happier. it sounds like the wrong time to come off them.

if you dont mind me asking, what do you think is causing your depression? are you seeing someone, like a therapist? its always good to address the issues that are causing the depression as well as taking the medication, this way you will be able to come off sooner and to be able to remain off them.

if you dont want to talk about the reasons that are causing depression, or the reasons you THINK are causing them, then you dont have to, as long as you think about them and process them. and i would advice you to see a therapist if you arent already.

take care of yourself, and you know im here for you if you need me.

simon