not everyone who takes Beta or interferons gets depressed. If you have a history of depression, you will be more likely to become depressed, but for the most part, its a "chance" I would not take meds for a condition until one exists. You may be one of those that walks right by the depression door, and refuses to open it. When I was on Beta, I didnt experience anything other than the normal frustrations of having to do a shot and a new disease stuff. If depression becomes an issue there are some wonderful meds that you can take, and If you and the MD decide that its out of control, or too much to handle, you can always switch over to Copaxone.

I wish you luck with the decision. Taking an everyday shot isnt fun, but it does become like brushing your teeth. just another thing we do to keep ourselves going. I brush my hair, brush my teeth, take my shot, put on sunscreen, and get on with my day.

Hang in there.