My husband is suffering from some very severe depressive episodes, and it is tearing us apart. I have no intention of leaving, I understand depression as a disease and know that he needs my support more than ever. The thing is, his episodes are becoming more frequent and more intense. During the episodes, he becomes almost mean to me, or he rejects me altogether. Meaning its almost like I do not exist. Normally I can be strong and not take it personal but it is beginning to wear on me. We are for the most part a very loving and affectionate couple, but the rejection during his episodes is causing insecurities that I have never experienced before. Also, We have a 4 year old daughter that it hasn't seemed to effect too much yet, but I am worried that it will. Does anyone out there have any advice for me?