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Childhood Depression

May 4, 2015 By 3cfs_Admin

By Dr. Leigh Blalock | Child and Adult Psychiatrist

Depression is a real illness that develops like many other diseases: through the interaction between genetics and the environment. Depression runs in families, which indicates a genetic influence on the disease process. Current research is working to identify specific genes that increase the risk of depression. Certain genes have been identified and it’s likely more will be identified in the future. However, genetics alone does not predict depression 100 percent. It is often the presence of environmental stressors on a genetically susceptible person that significantly increases the risk for depression.

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Filed Under: Children Tagged With: Abuse, Childhood Depression, Depression, Divorce, Dr. Leigh Blalock, Parental Neglect

Are You Lonely?

May 1, 2014 By 3cfs_Admin

Loneliness is a strong emotion and occurs within each of us at one point or another, perhaps after the passing of a spouse, moving to a new city, or starting a new job. Despite today’s society of connectedness through social media, feelings of loneliness and isolation are still felt, and many report feeling lonely despite having many friends. Loneliness at it’s core is reflective of the types of relationships and connections we have within our circle rather than the amount of friends we have in our life.

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Filed Under: Depression Tagged With: Are You Lonely?, Depression

Coping with Depression

June 4, 2013 By 3cfs_Admin

About 1 in 10 adults in the United States experience depression.

The most difficult thing about depression is that it affects every part of the suffering individual’s life, from employment and relationships to motivation, patience, and more.

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Filed Under: Depression Tagged With: Coping with Depression, Depression, Suffering from Depression

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