Not a chemically depressed individual, but I got my ass absolutely handed to me by life this year. Lost my dog, girlfriend, job, and what remained of my social circle in the span of 6 months.

I have never felt this low before in my life and I know I have to get off my ass and start somewhere but the weight of everything at once on me has basically made me unable to act. I'm just stuck and not getting any better (been 4 months).

I am seeing a therapist and they are recommending anti depressants. Been pretty hesitant to take them because I know my life just sucks right now, but at the same time I really have no motivation to do shit.

So my question is - what are people's takes on using anti depressants to push yourself through some tough times? Do you tend to stay on them after? Is it a slippery slope....? Any advice here greatly appreciated.