I feel opening up oneself and being honest about what you struggle with, in life, is relationship building, foundation forming. You may not need to get into all the details of your struggles, but ideally, a relationship is about openness and communication.

There's something bonding about a willingness to become vulnerable, that can take a relationship to the next level, whatever level that may be. Builds trust, respect, compassion, understanding.

And, having it out there, hey, I've suffered through depression, at times, when I do, these symptoms/behaviors occur, I'd like you to know, I've treated it, when I've needed to, and it's no refection on our relationship. And if it recurs, I will take care of it, through further treatment.

Who knows, maybe your new beau, has had his own battles, and what a relief, if can be to have such an openness towards one another.

Relationships, involve a certain amount of vulnerability to strengthen the connection and bond.

Hope your guy, accepts all of you