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Sherry, it takes time and patience. It will start feeling better with therapy and the right meds. Least that's my experience.

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And mine, too, Sherry. My slide into depression started in 1999; in 2003 my life completely fell apart, I lost everything I valued. From there it was a fast descent into hell. Despite therapy, it was really finding the right med and schedule to take the drug that kick-started me back up. I also find that prayer helps, and coming to the forums.

People had to tell me over and over and over again that my distorted thinking is the result of my disease. Eventually, I got it -- but I still don't always recognize distorted thinking when it arrives. The Forums are an excellent place to come for my "reality checks."

I hope you find hope and comfort here.