I had the same hope razor blade - get rid of the depressant, alcohol, and voila! a happy person.
So far it doesn't appear to be working that way - but I am not on medication of any kind whatsoever, so if I am still "flatlining" at 6 months, a doctor's visit may be in order.
My teenage son did observe last night that I "seem" happier - what he probably meant was that I am much more stable. (ugh that's embarrassing to admit - I was the type of drunk who would cry)
So - progress? Yes I guess so - ?