I know you don't grow out of depression, if only you could. Itwould be a time to look forward to. Depression last a lifetime. I'm 50 and do not look forward to being depressed. yes, as we know there are good days or weeks. I have even had some months in a row, so like what am I complaining for ?? I know so many people have it so much worse. Just looking for a pity party as my friends joke to me. I don't think they feel the same kind of heart pain or loneliness.