Before I knocked the antidepressant back, I had a little word with it. Work, I urged. Take away this awful, awful feeling.
In "The Mystery of Mercy Close" by Marian Keyes, the protagonist experiences a deep sense of despair. Before taking her antidepressant, she personifies the medication, speaking to it as if it were a companion that could alleviate her suffering. She expresses her hopes for the drug to help her overcome the distressing emotions that weigh her down.
This moment reflects a poignant struggle with mental health, highlighting the desperation to reclaim...