Can someone convince me that it's a good idea to make an appointment with a psychiatrist? I'm terrified of the potential side effects of the medication and the stigma around them, but also I've been consistently suffering from depressive episodes for 3 or 4 years now. Part of me feels like the known(my current state) is better than the unknown(whatever could happen if I went on medication and got some terrible side effects). But also I know objectively this is probably a good idea, I just need someone to reason with me. Whenever I get ready to make an appointment, I have a good day and it feels like everything was in my head anyway, so I put off making the appointment.