Hi Aemm,

I think whether or not you bounce back or how quickly you bounce back depends on the type of depression. I have major depression, which not only affects my mood, but also my memory, concentration and ability to connect with my environment. Now, will I recover fully? I believe so. Wishful thinking? Maybe, but I still hope. And that hope keeps me researching and applying various remedies to correct it--diet, exercise, social interaction, sunlight. I've had some success so far. I still have my down days and struggle a bit with the other symptoms, but I don't quit. And (more importantly) I don't live in fear of the bad days. If they do come, I deal with them and look forward to a better tomorrow.

Please don't live in fear of your depression returning. If it was caused by a series of life events, I believe you'll overcome. The fact your doctor took you off meds is a good sign. Now, you'll have moody days and there may be other events that trigger a depressive episode, but so long as your brain remains healthy, I believe you'll overcome.