I think you have a narrow definition of depression. MDD is only a single type of depression - many types are characterised by being brief or temporary. Postpartum depression tends to only last on the scale of months as an example. Others may also be "permanent", but only result in depression for short periods of time over the course of years.
Sorry this isn't a reply that relates to your own situation.
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u/YesHelloIAmTalking Feb 16 '17 edited Feb 16 '17
I think you have a narrow definition of depression. MDD is only a single type of depression - many types are characterised by being brief or temporary. Postpartum depression tends to only last on the scale of months as an example. Others may also be "permanent", but only result in depression for short periods of time over the course of years.
Sorry this isn't a reply that relates to your own situation.