Congrats on such an interesting thread. I have also often thought about the connection between becoming addicted and the role of chemical imbalances of any type. I basically went from someone who could have mood swings at the drop of a hat to a much more balanced individual with Lexapro. However, it did not effect my actual sobriety one way or the other. It just made me more centered. At the end of the day I am not sure if it even matters as it is basically a chicken or the egg discussion. Whatever it takes for you to be sober and live a more fulfilled life I would go with. God Bless!