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Originally Posted by BarTopDancer
I think the genetic trait lies with depression.
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Historically, I believe the psychiatric community says that there is no genetic pre-disposition to depression. But having examined four generations of my maternal side of the family, I say bullshyt. But that's just me.
ETA: I guess things have changed: according to
Wikipedia, the National Institute for Mental Health says "there is some evidence that depression may run in families. Most experts believe that both biological and psychological factors play a role."