AntiPam, I understand perfectly how you feel, and good for you for speaking up about clinical depression. I've been on medication for the same thing for about eight years now, and I can say that I enjoy life a lot more now that I ever did. I didn't realize how many years I suffered with depression, and yes it was a chemical imbalance with me too.
I miss Bo a lot, which is why I visit PetTalk every day. It helps to hear other's stories and know that other folks love pets and have the same joys and sorrows I do.
Let's hear it for Pet Talk, and for the brave souls who seek help when they need it!!