Perhaps I don't understand the depths of your depression, nor will I pretend to, because that would be both wrong and ignorant of me. I've read over your post a few times and forgive me if I'm mistaken, but does some of this depression stem from a lack of proper discourse and that the world is moving too quickly to care about each other? Please, let me know if I'm wrong, because like I said, I'm not pretending to understand, but I'd like to.

My point isn't so much to be contentious or to directly attack anyone, but rather to point out the good that I see in technology, and our ability to instantly communicate. You're not wrong in saying that we don't always take our time in dealing with personal relationships and communication. It's sad that sometimes it's "difficult" or "inconvenient" to send a text message or reply to something someone had said or written. That stuff genuinely sucks, and is really pretty inexcusable. It literally takes seconds of your day to type out "hey, long time no talk, how have you been?". I'm guilty of it myself. I forget to text people back or return calls because I was busy and then just forgot. Things like that take a conscious effort to maintain. Facebook is great for compiling all of your friends birthdays and anniversaries, but it takes a real human effort to take the time to call and catch up.

On the other hand, I was saying that I think it's amazing how easily it can unite people and keep people in touch. I also think that the anonymity of the internet can help people who are struggling with issues, whatever they are. Maybe people don't have access to transport or can't attend meetings or sessions to help cope with their problems. They can hop online, post in a journal or find an online forum specifically for people with that issue. You can be anonymous and share your troubles, and be in the company of others.

And yes, it is easier, but also not right to be rude or a dick online. It's one of those things that has always been around, but is more prevalent online, most likely due to the relative anonymity of the internet.