I did not gain any weight on Depakote, but I experienced major side effects.

I'm so sorry you don't feel important to anyone. Please remember that you are important to us, and we are always here for you (((HUGS)))

It sounds like you may have exercise-induced asthma, too. We need to come up with another outlet for your anger...
I'm very glad that you will be talking to your pdoc about it (((HUGS)))