Do You Think That Depression Is Passed Down Genetically, Or Environmentally?
@browneyedgirl (1264)
United States
March 23, 2007 11:51am CST
I think that some depression is passed down environmentally-via lifestyle, stress in the home, etc. Kids who grow up in dysfunctional environments tend to suffer depression. Do you agree or disagree? Why? I would like to know your thoughts on this.
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@Anakata2007 (1783)
• Canada
24 Mar 07
I think it's both. The nature versus nurture debate. But I think NATURE has a bigger role in depression. That's actually been proven to be the case.
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@browneyedgirl (1264)
• United States
26 Mar 07
Nature may play a bigger role, but I do think that environment has a lot to do with how serious, how much progress, and successful day to day management. Thanks for responding.
@lovemycats (141)
• United States
24 Mar 07
i know there is a genetic link with depression. When I was finally diagnosed and have been doing quite well for a long time now, I was asked questions about family history and learned that as far back as I could go, someone had depresions issus on my maternal side...I'm sure enviornment plays a part also..
I am just so thankful there are such good treatments out there, good meds. Without mine, I would be in a rubber room the rest of my life!!! I don't doubt that for a second!!
I believe support from others who suffer from different forms helps others.. Sometimes knowing there is support even by web is very conforting !!!
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@browneyedgirl (1264)
• United States
26 Mar 07
I agree, and yes,it is wonderful that there is so much support and information now on the subject.
@ESKARENA1 (18260)
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24 Mar 07
i do think there is a tendency to depression, passed down genetically, but what triggers this tendency is environmental
blessed be
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@browneyedgirl (1264)
• United States
26 Mar 07
I think you might have something there. Blessings to you also. Thanks for responding.
