Who Is at Risk for Depression?

Just as the reasons for calling the depression doctor vary. You may have shown signs of depression in early childhood. Now, as a young or middle-aged adult, you’ve come to realize that your low moods and anxiety are drastically affecting your life.

On the other hand, like most other people, you may develop your first signs of depression as an adult. Risk factors range from environmental and physical concerns to psychological and genetic origins.

Examples include:

• Heredity. If someone in your family has had clinical depression, your odds increase.
• Trauma. Depression can be triggered following a major traumatic event.
• Physical illness. The onset of severe and chronic diseases can set off depression symptoms. Conditions such as cancer, Parkinson’s disease and diabetes commonly generate depression.
• Medications. Depression is a common side effect of certain medications.
• Stress. Persistent stress may create a need for depression symptoms treatment.

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