I hear you, Sassy. I have additional medical problems and can't be certain which qualified me. However, I have told several people about the major depression, and they don't seem to fall apart. Not everyone understands it, we have to expect that. Have you tried "mood disorder", "sleep disorder", "from a chemical imbalance." ? I will say that my family is convinced that "getting out among people" would "cure" the disorder of depression. I only wish. Blessings on you - billie