I understand the repetitiveness. I wondered if that would come across to others in that way. The repetitiveness was deliberate, actually. I was trying to convey the cyclical aspect of depression, the constant struggle that comes with it and how hard it is to climb out of that continuing pattern of bleak thoughts and despair. And also, how frustrating it is for those witnessing it. Depression in all its forms takes on a very repetitive thought and behavioural pattern that's extremely difficult to break free of - and in Cuddy's case, she would be the sort of woman who would refuse to admit she was "weak" until she had nowhere else to turn except to confront it.

it's House who brings hope in Cuddy's life. He pulls himself together so Cuddy can pull herself together

One of the things I've noticed about House in canon is that he is remarkably understanding towards patients who have depression. Sure, he's got a very unorthodox way of showing it, but he's actually very compassionate in his own way. He struggled a great deal in the story with his own emotions and his own issues with the situation but he ended up prioritising without really realising it. Because, despite how much of an asshole he is and how cruel, thoughtless and destructive he is, he's also a good person underneath it all.

Thanks so much for reading! I'm very glad you enjoyed it! :-)