I started Lexapro in December and it has helped me tremendously. I have not had any side effects from it.

I have been diagnosed with situational depression and I understand how hard it is to lose a family member and deal with life's problems. It is natural for us to be sad in sad situations.

I understand that I have to deal with whatever comes my way so I have not been on antidepressants for very long even though I have had MS for 16 years. I was on one when first diagnosed and a couple of short periods over the years when things were extra bad.

I believe sometimes that situations are so hard to cope with and accept that we do need some help. I have been told that situational depression can turn into clinical depression.

I knew I needed some help in November when the holidays were coming up. I know myself well enough to know when things aren't right and I didn't want to do anything. I simply refuse to live an unhappy life and will do whatever I can to enjoy what God has given me.

I talked to my PCP and just cried like a baby telling her that I knew I needed some extra help. I felt like I didn't want to get out of bed and I was just miserable and so sad.

I am glad I did and I plan to stay on Lexapro forever. I think even though I am a strong woman and have had a very tough time in life, not to mention MS, that I am in need of some help to live life as best I can. I don't think antidepressants are a miracle cure but they do help me keep plugging along.