For some of us, our depressions are based on faulty genetics. We are likely the "recurrent, severe" depressive-types. But even for us, it DOES get better with time, sometimes on its own. With treatments and improved life circumstances, it can be reduced significantly. We function fairly normally--but we still take our meds, but maybe in smaller doses. And we may stop therapy after a while, just go to the psychiatrist periodically for a med review and prescription refill. But don't lose heart. The meds and therapy can take a bit to work. And, as someone else pointed out, it will seem as though you will never get better--but that's your depression telling you stories. You'll gradually feel you ARE getting better, and it will be true! Do feel free to post here whenever you like--there are people all over the world and insomniacs on here, so you can almost always find someone to talk with here or to answer a question you have.