@lacy2. When I was doing a lot of reading to understand depression, I came across a book that I can't remember the name of but that I've thought about a lot over the years as I've dealt with many different medical issues and depression. The author's belief was that girls who were sexually abused as children or lived in other dysfunctional family situations where they were afraid and producing abnormal amounts of stress hormones were plagued with health issues, including anxiety and depression, throughout their lives. I assume this applies to young boys as well. I haven't felt like investigating this further, because it's literally too depressing, but it might give you some insight if it applies to you. Please don't feel you have to tell me...it's none of my business...but it is food for thought. I hope you are doing well now. Best wishes, Nancy