kind of confused

   I'm going to guess that you went to a primary doctor or intern for the advice on depression. If so, I think you need much more of a specialist to review your depression - if that's what it is!

   A primary or intern doctor just doesn't have the training for that type of diagnosis - but a psychologist does. A trained psychologist is something like a guidance counselor for depression or many other types of obstacles related to the mind.

   It does sound like a combination of the right med and what is sometimes referred to as talk therapy would be your most effective way in determining what is wrong and what can be done about it.

   As you probably know now, alcohol just adds to the depression by the next day or shortly after.

   Please try the psychologist. In time, you'll be thankful you did.

Rob & Gizmo

   I live in a large metro area - so it may be easier to find a psychologist with a sliding scale here. The first one I used long ago was found thru the county - but this county has about 5-million people in it.

   If there is any kind of county organization by you that lists doctors, they may also list which ones have either negotiable fees or sliding scale fees. And like A/V said, try your local hospital as well.

   You may also notice that some (but not all) of the medications are extremely expensive, so if you do find a psychologist who is affordable - make sure you tell that person of your limited finances.

   Are there any clinics nearby that might have a psychologist on staff - for a reasonable fee - or a subsidized fee???

   Hope so.

Rob & Gizmo