Nate, I too was depressed and still am. I am on antidepressants, and boy can i tell a difference when I do not take them. As far as normalcy, you are not alone. I think it is a struggle we all have. I know for one, I have it and often wonder if that pain is something or if I will make it another few weks without having to call my Drs. It seems like I am calling them all the time about one thing or another. I say all that to say you are not alone in how you are feeling. Yes, we are our own little club, and do have an understanding of the emotions. I have been told it gets easier, I am just waiting for that to happen.