"i was started on mirtazapine at 16 after 5 years of major depression and suicidal ideation to the point where i was admitted into a psych ward 6 times for up to 5 weeks each time. i&#039;ve tried fluoxetine and escitalopram and mirtazapine has been the best. i felt happier and i wasn&#039;t as suicidal anymore which was a huge change. 
warning though, as good as it is, be prepared to gain weight. i gained 10kg in six weeks and being already overweight i decided to discontinue its use and try something else."