If you have never had depression thank your lucky stars because real depression is hell on earth. I have suffered from anxiety and depression for all my adult life. I would hate to think where I would be without antidepressant pills. Probably in a psychiatric facility. I thank God everyday that my medication works for me. I can remember waking up in the morning and I was scared stiff as soon as I opened my eyes. I don't want to ever go there again.