Hi Kathleen, I'd say that you're right to wait for your appointment and see what help you can get before making any big decisions about the job/the hours you're working. Although I have got to say that six days a week really does sound a lot, even if you are going to get some help. Maybe room for negotiation there???
But if things are getting really tough at work, please don't hesitate to ask for time off, phone in sick........got to put yourself first at times, and things can build up and build up...........
And the not being impressed with your achievements..................well I'm doubly impressed for you!!!!
But you're right, depression can completely flatten those feelings and achievements can seem pretty meaningless compared to...........but they do still matter/they are still important!!!
Now, I know actual achievements can fade into the background, and be easily overlooked/forgotten too, so what about writing some of those down as they happen?? And then at least when the negative feelings creep in (because of course they do) then you have something "real" to try to focus on, to try to redress the balance just a little. Might not often/always work, but...........
And you know talking about those achievements/sharing them with someone else can sometimes help just a little too.
And you know you should get to be proud of yourself!!! Really proud!!!! You're talking serious achievements there!!!

Alison