how long suffering with depression?

[Pip]

I've suffered with depression since I was 12 / 13 so have suffered with it for 38 / 39 years now.  It has become more severe over the years and I have more bad periods than good ones so have learned to cope.

[bb]

Hugs beetzart & pip .. even after a long period of time do u feel guilt? I still find myself blaming myself for various things.