"i was actually prescribed belviq for depression, but since it is primarily a weight loss drug, my dr and i agreed it would be a great thing if i also lost weight, since i had gained 70 lbs during my protracted divorce. i felt the anti-depressant effects right away. the feelings of hopelessness and lack of desire to live eased away within days. i cared less about the weight loss aspect, but noticed that i was making better choices about food without even thinking about it. in fact, i would say my desire to eat emotionally flat-lined. and, i felt full eating much less. depression lifted, i began to pay attention to weight loss and lost 5 lbs in 2 weeks. i am sure as i continue to focus on losing weight with it, i will be very successful."