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Sunday
Jun082014

Depression and ECT 49: The positively wonderful US of A

DateSunday, June 8, 2014 at 2:45PM

I've suffered from depression since I was a pre-teen. In 2012 I got very sick, becoming suicidal. In 2013 I decided to try ElectroConvulsive Therapy. The "Depression" series of blog posts chronicles that process.

We've been watching British TV all weekend and it's making me homesick. I'm particularly struck by the portrayal of a lack of political correctness and lots of calling a spade a spade. I miss that.

On the other hand I can't help but wonder if the relentless positivity in the US has, in some small way, helped me with my depression. Having to greet everyone with a light voice, keeping conversation light... It might be a small balm that helps keep the darkness at bay.

Who knows?

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