Hi Mallorie,
You didn't say what you were afraid of about depression but I don't think its such a good idea to read too many different sites on depression. There are some good ones out there, this site being one of them of course, that will give you the correct information about depression, but there are also some horrible ones out there. And if you read up on medications for sure it will scare you, because people often only tell their bad experiences. I have had good results with depression, have had depression most of my life, now in my 40's and living a good life, still taking my medication, probably forever LOL, but hey if it helps me lead a normal life, then why not?
If you want to ask more about it, this kind of a forum is good to do that. It is controlled by professionals unlike some other groups.
Please don't be afraid,and if you need to know anything just ask, I will be checking in again. I just signed up to post last week.
