I have a family member who recently suffered depression but things have changed.  Depression can be a component of external events or how we respond or perceive them or the world.  His was the first, he lost his job for a prolonged period, and family members were suggesting he and his wife sell it their home.  An older man in his 60's, he and his family were confronting bills and ongoing charges he was struggling to pay.  His old car, sole means of transportation, was malfunctioning, and a vacation resort  he and family members went to became too expensive.  Money problems were a daily topic in the family and he blamed the president and political system for many of his problems.  He had several health problems as did his wife but insurance coverage was a periodic problem.  While he was angry at his lot, he did work hard to get another job and things changed.

He just secured a new job at a substantial salary.  He is scheduled for a relaxing week at his vacation haunt, and just got a beautiful new car.  While my politics are a little different from his, he smiled as his candidate destined to lose ended up winning and taking control of congress.  For him, external events impacted his mood and he is extremely happy looking forward to the next few years.  I hope things continue to be favorable and he should be admired for working hard to get a job even after many doors seemed to close.