Thank you for helping change the way Christians view depression. Janis Sloan, Texas Thanks for such a well-written, accurate article about clinical depression. In November '97, my untreated depression became acute, leaving me with strong urges to kill myself. After praying and reaching out to others for prayer, I made an appointment with a physician who prescribed Paxil. My life has since changed.
Prayer does help.
But I'm glad God let me live in a time when the biochemical causes of depression can be treated medically. Obviously, it wasn't meant for a mom of young children. I was also surprised Camerin didn't advise her readers simply to take time to let God direct their energy. Seek time with God first, and he'll help you balance your life. I just read Wendy Oberlander's letter in Your Feedback and can truly empathize with her feelings.