"i was severely depressed before deciding to try this medication. i recently graduated (may 10) with my second b.s.  i am also a mother. i knew before that i wasn&#039;t happy like i should be.  i never ever was proud of my accomplishments, it was difficult for me to do daily tasks and play with my daughter.  i was never happy. when i graduated with my bio degree, i sunk really low, the weight above my head felt like a building was being held on top of me.  a friend suggested depression. i decided to talk to my doctor about it and we gave paxil a try.  i felt better almost immediately.  within 1 week i can honestly say the weight was gone and i felt better than i have in a really long time. it has changed my life! highly recommend!"