Gerri - It's true, depression seems to be common in recovery both for survivor and caregiver and often the one suffering from depression does not even realize it. During my son's recovery, I had heard that some meds can cause suicidal thoughts and when I mentioned it to my son, he checked his prescription bottle and sure enough, there it was in the warnings section. He talked with his doctor who told him in his case he would be alright and right after that he seemed less depressed, probably it helped just knowing that it was something to be expected and that he could handle it. Don't forget to take care of you, too.