Psycho-Babble Social Thread 4317

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depression is heriditary

Posted by CaraAnne on February 2, 2001, at 11:16:57

There is a long history of depression in my family and I was wondering if it could be caused by a defective gene. Is it hereditary?

 

Re: depression is heriditary

Posted by Noa on February 2, 2001, at 14:08:26

In reply to depression is heriditary, posted by CaraAnne on February 2, 2001, at 11:16:57

Often it can be hereditary. There are studies being done on family patterns for depression and bipolar disorder. I think Dr. Bob actually has a link on his "links" page, under the heading Studies ISO Participants.


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