Is it irresponsible for me to have kids because I have depression?
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No because the kids may help you with depression because they might make you really happy
Anonymous
June 19th, 2015 5:17am
It isn't :) Lots of people have depression and have children. Having children can even help depression, as it is something to give you joy and happiness.
Anonymous
August 9th, 2015 8:02am
No, it's not. Lots of people get postpartum depression after they give birth. Depression can be helped.
Not unless you're so depressed that you can't take care of them. You might want to have some plans in place for if you get worse, though.
Anonymous
July 25th, 2015 2:17am
Not irresponsible, but it's definitely a personal choice. Make sure to discuss it thoroughly and to take care of yourself so that you can take care of your kids.
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