"these postings are amazing for me. i was diagnosed with depression at 17 (59 now) and over the years have taken everything fro prozac to paxil to welbutrin, and many others. four years ago i was diagnosed with severe rheumatoid arthritis, and just a few months ago i was prescribed tramadol for pain, while it did help somewhat with pain i suddenly noticed my depression was lifting for the first time in over 30 years. the difference is amazing and life changing. in addition i can go several days to a week with out it and i feel no withdrawal symptoms. i used to cry all the time, constant thoughts of suicide and i&#039;d stay in bed for days at a time. now i exercise daily, ride my bike frequently (which also helps with the depression)"