I've just been depressed for so long that I can't imagine that someone actually does not feel this way. That sounds awful but I just can't even imagine what it must be like...

[bronzeowl]

I'm sure people aren't, otherwise it wouldn't qualify as a psychological disorder. It is strange for me, too, to think that people aren't, though. Depression has been ingrained in my head for so long (and when I'm not depressed, I'm hardly stable) that I cannot imagine what it is like to live without it.

[Altered Moment]

I can say I am not currently depressed (see meds below) that is the current reason. I don't know when it will come back but based on a life time of experience it will come back.

[Whoaminoone]

I can't remember a time when I wasn't suffering from depression. The first time I clearly remember being suicidal was when I was 7 years old. I'm now 37. I didn't understand the feelings as depression at 7, but I'm sure I was probably depressed before that point- that just my first clear recollection. I'm honestly not sure id recognize a day free of depression!

[littlemiss44]

Hi zinco I'm glad you are doing better. I'm coming out of a 3 month depressive episode and I hope it lasts. I thank god for my meds. I'm on a new one and it's actually doing what it's suppose to. I hate having to take so many meds butt if I need them sui be it! But I do hope this good streak lasts. I'm sorry for all you guys who still feel so depressed. I wish we all were having some good days. Hugs

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[LaborIntensive]

I just keep trying to focus on the path and not the forest of depression.

I've been in a depression for more than 8 months now. I believe that lots of people aren't depressed though because I can see it in their behavior.

at this very second - I would say "no". I am not feeling depressed. However, I know that I can get very depressed (or dark as i like to call it) almost instantly. Tiny things will send me in a free fall.

It is my hope that you find some peace. That you realize that you matter on this planet.

Gods blessings to ALL of you.

[Altered Moment]

Originally Posted by littlemiss44

Hi zinco I'm glad you are doing better. I'm coming out of a 3 month depressive episode and I hope it lasts. I thank god for my meds. I'm on a new one and it's actually doing what it's suppose to. I hate having to take so many meds butt if I need them sui be it! But I do hope this good streak lasts. I'm sorry for all you guys who still feel so depressed. I wish we all were having some good days. Hugs

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Hi Littlemiss. Please post in my successful med stories section.

http://forums.psychcentral.com/psych...post-here.html

[regretful]

Depression has been my daily companion since late September of last year. Prior to that, I was not depressed, and was in fact doing very well. For me, depression is completely and wholly related to my occupation, or lack thereof (as is the case now)...But over the past 3 full years, I've spent more time depressed than not.

There are many that are not depressed, and I, like newgal, see many daily that are not depressed in the least. Knowing that they are out there, I keep hope alive.

[littlemiss44]

Zinco Thx for referring me to yr positive med story thread. It was helpful to read other people's new found happiness stories. I wish everyone could feel happiness. : (

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[30ish]

I'm 30 days out from my last depressive episode. Honestly, mine began in the summer of last year. For about 3 months I continued to push through and put on the "nothings wrong" face. By SeptemberI was ready to crumble--it was the first time I sought therapy since college.

It can be tricky because it can seem as though I'm coming out of depression (or I am out) and then the rug is pulled out from under me. That happended a couple of times since the summer. I realize I have to pay more attention to my mood and know the difference between that and moments of sadness.

It's kinda scary not being depressed. It's like you're anticipating that rug being pulled again.

I just hope that those of you that are still enveloped in that heavy cloud of depression can break through into the sunshine and I'm here to support you

[MissAriel]

Though I am depressed now, I can clearly remember a time when I wasn't. Before this started, I was always happy, had a ton of friends, actually enjoyed social activities. I want nothing more than to return to that state. I sometimes day dream about it and it actually hurts when I realize that I am no longer that way.

[RunningInTheRain]

It's also hard for me to imagine what not being depressed might be like. I have my days/sometimes weeks when I feel pretty normal, but then another depressive episode comes along and smashes it all in an instant. It must be amazing to never have to worry about when your next mood crash will be. I do believe that some people are truly happy though - and I wish I knew how they got there!

With me most times I feel like I'm in the moderate stage. Everything is OK but I have my ups and downs. And then suddenly I just start feeling the depression. That's when, during the moderate times when I can feel pretty good, then I would feel that great.

As far as being with people is concerned, it depends. I feel better when I with someone that I enjoy or who is very understanding. But I don't have much going in the line of friends. And nothing with family. With the people who talk about depression as they do on this board, I wish I could meet. And get together and talk. I don't meet anyone around where I am who suffers depression. Maybe they do but I wouldn't know about it.

[pudica]

I feel the opposite. Most people I see seem happy and i'm alone in this. I see people outside walking with friends happy, people on youtube happy and cheerful. Except for forums like this, everyone seems happy.

[waterknob1234]

I have been suffering depression since a major gallbladder surgery that did not go so well in June of 2013. Much of my depression is work related. Wednesday I had an appointment with my primary doctor who is patient enough to let me use him as a psychiatrist. I told him I was feeling borderline and wondered if I should be in a mental hospital and he said no, I will be okay. He added another medication so now I am on buspirone and citalopram. He told me what I already knew, that I need to get a different job. Yesterday was a short day at work so I came home and spent lots of time in prayer. I felt the peace of God for the first time in a long time and somewhere down the line I think I will be okay.

[Catsandhamsters]

I believe that a lot of people, especially in this day and age are depressed. But not everyone.

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[Paige74]

Originally Posted by zinco14532323

I can say I am not currently depressed (see meds below) that is the current reason. I don't know when it will come back but based on a life time of experience it will come back.

Hi, just a question about your meds if you don't mind. I am just taking Lexapro right now, and I'm VERY depressed.
I have not heard of the ones you are taking, except the last one. Does taking 4 different meds each day make you tired or feel as if you are missing some emotions?
My psychiatrist talked to me about adding another medication, but I'm afraid to feel "out of it" each day.
Thanks...

Originally Posted by pudica

I feel the opposite. Most people I see seem happy and i'm alone in this. I see people outside walking with friends happy, people on youtube happy and cheerful. Except for forums like this, everyone seems happy.

I also feel like that. I feel like most people seem happy, or at least happier than I am, but how could they not be depressed? I stare at people with their friends and I can't imagine what that feels like.

[pudica]

Don't really know what to say. I still remember what it feels like and it just makes feel nostalgic all the time and horribly envious of them. Constantly missing the good old days like an old person.