Environment And Depression
Scientists are studying the links between genes, environmental factors, and depression. Experts in the field of epigenetics--which looks at how environmental factors can change gene function--say this field greatly affects depression and the workings of antidepressants. In new studies, researchers are looking at how such environmental factors as stress, diet, and the care of mothers can change genes and contribute to behavioral problems. The scientists say their work may lead to more...
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Making the Work Environment Safe
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The Gene-Environment Connection: Can We Change It?
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Depression boosts heart risks more than genes, environment ...
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have found that a history of major depression boosts a person's risk of having heart disease more... Read more »
Heart Health and the Environment
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Work stress can boost depression risk
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The Purple Elephant in the Room: Talking to Someone With Depre...
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Understanding Postpartum Depression
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