Cause of Depression
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Depression forum
Depression Forums
Forums where you can discuss your thoughts, questions, and find support on topics like the cause of depression, depression and relationships, and medication.
Medical conditions count
What Doctors Don't Tell You
Medical causes of depression are discussed, specifically hypothyrodism, reactive hypoglycemia, irritable bowel disease, MS, stroke, and celiac disease.
Truth behind the myths
Depression Learning Path
How often have you heard that a cause of depression is a chemical imbalance? Article dispels several common etiological myths.
Meds to blame for depression?
Psychiatric Times
Older article discusses how certain medications including Accutane may potentially act as a cause of depression, though no direct evidence exists.
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Etiology of depression
Mayo Clinic
Concise overview of the cause of depression. Lists causes such as heredity, stress and medication. Good place to start one's research.
Depression's many origins
Everyday Health
Discusses a multitude of causes of depression that includes the brain, hormones, life events, medication and mood changes, and stress.
Causes in different groups
The National Institute of Mental Health
Along with a summary of the cause of depression, this article provides insight into the etiology of depression in women, men, the elderly, and children.
Social foundations of depression
Personality Research
Research on the social cause of depression, including familial and marital concerns. Papers are written by students.
CBS presents a transcript where doctors answer interesting questions about the cause of depression. Follow the bottom link to find out more about these doctors.
Study shows one source
Science Daily
Recent study finds that there is a unifying cause of depression in rats, which has implications for how we view depression and treatment in humans.

