I'm in my 30s and I still sometimes get ppl to help me out if I think my stutter will be a problem in a few select situations. I've had too many bad experiences & now I try to limit them as much as I can. I don't care if I'm dependent or not. Maybe that's sounds weak but I don't care anymore honestly. I'm sick of torturing myself with something that never gets any easier. I always get a little better for awhile then get worse again. Your right about not letting yourself become completely dependant tho ofcourse. Alot of times I'm still sucking it up and getting things done regardless. But if I have a option to get some help from a family or friend to avoid another potentially shitty situation I'll take it at this point.