Depression is tricky. Because for the majority of people, it is caused by a chemical and/or hormonal imbalance in the brain. If we are taking medications to take on the low or non-existent chemicals that are required for brain functionality, we tend to improve and are able to express ourselves and see our illnesses without all the "fog".

Sometimes medications can be used as a safety net. Especially after traumatic events, loss of a loved one, major life changes, etc.

What is important to remember is that depression is typically a chronic illness of the brain. Therefore taking medications to keep the brain working are important.

Some people DO get off their medications and do okay. What I've learned is that, that number is exceptionally small.

I am both chronically mentally ill, and chronically ill with an autoimmune disease. I had to look at it like this; Would I feel guilty for taking medication for my pain? To protect my organs? No, then why do I feel bad about continuing medication for my mind?