do you mention the depression?

I am with susy
Do you tell them about depression?

What about doing charity work to get you back out into the community or part time work.

Also try to down play your depression if you can. Im not saying keep it secret but dont make a big deal of it and try to explain to those who ask that its being treated.

Never mention the 'D' word in an interview. Put on a bright and bubbly face and wear your most fabulous personality. Remember to SMILE.
You might feel like dying inside but you HAVE GOT TO HIDE IT to get that job. Nobody employs someone who they think might be depressed. Why would they?
Hope this helps.

I agree with Snork. Don't tell them that you are depressed. That will only hinder your not getting a job. Take one day at a time. Also as Sleepy.. said, maybe try volunteer work. It doesnt pay, but it may look good on a resume. andYou'll get some practice.

nope, they can just tell somehow. I think its because of my depression. I dont have self confidence, I dont have that "aura" that employers look for

i wouldn't mention depression...I been off work for three years am gonna fake references

hell, i didnt get a job cuz my writing is so messy.
Again, my fuckin luck!!

It's true, employers prefer candidates who exude self-confidence. Apply for jobs you know you can do well, and be confident about that fact.

I wouldn't hire someone if they told me they were battling depression. Are you kidding me? No way. Way too risky of a candidate.
Don't tell them you have depression. And you have to go to the interview enthusiastic and confident. You can fake it for one hour. C'mon. Anyone can do that. You want that job bad enough, you can fake it as long as you need to.

I dont tell them though, I hide it the best I know how, and even smile for them. But it seems the more I try to hide it, the more they can sense it or something, because I still have no job.

basically.. fake it.

Lie Lie Lie
Put on your Happy face.
Can't you fake it for an hour!

Nobody wants to hire you with a problem.
Most of the time they can't fire you because of the problem if you do your work.

you have to try to find a way to fake happy better for the interviews then. if you think they can sense it then you are showing it somehow. i know how insensitive this all sounds but we all have done it and will do it again till we have jobs and are stable and healthy again. i am all for honesty and being accepting of all kinds of ppl but i have to be honest and as someone who was management in the past ... there is no way in hell i would hire the depressed wallflower type. too risky as myspirit says.

what about an employment agency? and also ur local mental health dept. must have an assistance program 4people in ur situation who r trying 2get back their lives. good luck.